Brisbane Lions v St Kilda Preview, Gabba

Can the Brisbane Lions finally string together some consistent form? Last year’s grand
finalists demolished the Western Bulldogs in a commanding performance that looked more
like the Lions of the last five years. Brisbane’s midfield fired and oft-maligned forward Eric
Hipwood starred with a six-goal performance. St Kilda strung together a second-straight win
in grinding fashion against Gold Coast. But the Saints showed no signs they are ready to pull
off a giant upset against the improving Lions at the Gabba. Saints flyer Nasiah
Wanganeen-Milera will not make the trip to Brisbane due to family reasons in a major blow to
St Kilda’s prospects of a boilover.

TIP: Brisbane Lions by 32 points, Zac Bailey to kick two or more goals