Port Adelaide v St Kilda Preview, Adelaide Oval

Two of the more disappointing performers of round six. After flying out of the blocks with a dominant first quarter, Port Adelaide were humbled by Collingwood. It again threw up the question – is the Power good enough against the best teams? But they will return to their home comforts with an opportunity to bury a struggling opponent. St Kilda weren’t just humbled, they were embarrassed by the fired-up Western Bulldogs. The flat performance can be attributed to a gruelling schedule of three games in 11 days, two of those on the road.

Coach Ross Lyon would be desperate to avoid another poor effort after last year’s finalists slipped to 2-4. The Saints’ overall record at the Adelaide Oval is poor.

TIP: Port Adelaide by 11 points, Connor Rozee to be best on ground

The Power arrive at Adelaide Oval under pressure, having been wasteful in front of goal last round. St Kilda, meanwhile, have shown renewed spark: Jack Sinclair’s 40-disposal haul and consistency from Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera have lifted their midfield. Head to head, Port has dominated historically, but narrow margins and recent form suggest volatility. If you’re hunting AFL Betting Tips, weight both teams’ momentum and delivery under pressure. For AFL Prediction, consider a tight contest where St Kilda may cover the spread. In any AFL Tips lineup, midfield supremacy and goal efficiency will likely decide the winner.