MCG will play host to Thursday's Round 17 AFL game between Richmond Tigers and Sydney Swans. The game kicks off at 7:20 pm with Richmond Tigers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Richmond Tigers vs. Sydney Swans game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Thursday July 6, 2023 at 7:20 pm

Where: MCG

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Richmond Tigers vs Sydney Swans Preview

Richmond had rejuvenated their season with three successive wins against fellow final aspirants Fremantle, St Kilda and GWS before a reality check in Brisbane last Thursday night.

Plans of knocking off a real contender were thrown into disarray when the Lions got out to an early lead to eventual take an eight goal lead into half time, essentially denying any hope to the visiting side.

Excuses can be found for Richmond with Dustin Martin a late withdrawal due to sickness and Jayden Short exiting the game early with a hamstring injury but they were outclassed by a rampant and determined Brisbane Lions who have an eye on the last week in September.

Like Richmond, the Sydney Swans have new life on the back of three wins and a draw in their last six games.

The premierships have been crucial for a team that was well off the pace early in the season, but the most impressive change has been their style of play and attack on games.

A 171 point demolition of the West Coast Eagles was a good confidence boost but they beat Geelong in a lot key facets of the game last Friday night not including their atrocious inaccuracy in front of goal.

It’s almost curtains in season 2023 for the football team that loses this game and I’m expecting a close, hard fought contest.

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