Richmond Tigers vs North Melbourne Kangaroos: Prediction for the match on 18 May 2025

Richmond Tigers vs North Melbourne Kangaroos: Prediction and Odds on the Match on May 18, 2025

In round ten of the Australian Football League, Richmond Tigers will play North Melbourne Kangaroos at Melbourne Cricket Ground. The two teams have not been impressive this season and will need to be at their best to win this game. However, the North Melbourne Kangaroos won the last meeting and are favourites in this one. Which team wins this one? Below, I preview this game and offer best betting opportunities. 

Richmond Tigers: Form and Statistics

The Richmond Tigers have proven they are ready to make the playoffs after a win over West Coast Eagles last weekend. However, that contest was not a serious test as the Eagles have failed to pick a win over any side this season. In that encounter, Richmond Tigers pulled off a 22-15 lead in the first quarter, and then lost quarter two. Moreover, a third quarter 20-17 win was enough to seal maximum points despite losing the final quarter. Ahead of this game, this team has won four of their last five home matches, defeating Gold Coast Suns and Carlton Blues in that run. With 12 points. Richmond Tigers sit 16th in the standings. 

Richmond Tigers Team News and Lineup

No new injury concern for the Richmond Tigers ahead of this game. However, Jayden Short could not return to his fitness after a knee injury against the West Coast. Against the Kangaroos, Smith is expected to come in.

Richmond Tigers Team List

B: B.Miller, N.Balta, N.Vlastuin

HB: S.Banks, T.Brown, N.Broad

C: K.McIntosh, S.Lalor, H.Ralphsmith

HF: J.Ross, S.Campbell, R.Mansell

F: S.Green, T.Lynch, J.Faull

FOLL: T.Nankervis - C, T.Taranto, J.Hopper

Interchange: L.Trainor, Smith, K.McAuliffe, T.Sims, J.Trezise, J.Alger, T.Dow

Emergency: Trezise, Jasper Alger and Campbell Gray are the emergencies.

In: Kaleb Smith, C.Gray, J.Alger

Out: James Trezise

North Melbourne Kangaroos: Form and Statistics

The North Melbourne Kangaroos displayed character and competitiveness last weekend and will hope to keep things going after holding Brisbane Lions to a draw. In a 71-71 contest, this team needed a 22-11 and 29-20 win in the last two quarters of the game to level the points after a sluggish start. However, that result still extended their winless run to seven games. In prior encounters, they lost to Adelaide Crows, Sydney Swans, Gold Coast Suns, Port Adelaide Power and Essendon Bombers. This season, the visiting team has only six points and sit 17th place after nine matches. 

North Melbourne Kangaroos Team News and Lineup

No recent injury news for the North Melbourne Kangaroos who should be satisfied with a draw with the Brisbane Lions. Will Phillips and Wil Dawson have been included in the squad for this game. 

North Melbourne Kangaroos Team List

B: C.Comben, T.Pink, A.Corr

HB: R.Hardeman, C.Daniel, L.McDonald

C: D.Stephens, L.Davies-Uniacke, J.Simpkin - C

HF: T.Powell, N.Larkey, C.McKercher

F: F.Maley, J.Darling, C.Zurhaar

FOLL: T.Xerri, G.Wardlaw, H.Sheezel

Interchange: F.O’Sullivan, Z.Duursma, B.Scott, Z.Fisher, W.Dawson, W.Phillips, J.Konstanty

In: Z.Fisher, W.Dawson, W.Phillips

Richmond Tigers vs North Melbourne Kangaroos Betting Tips & Odds

• The North Melbourne Kangaroos have lost four of their last five matches. However, they are in dire need of turning the tables and come into this game as favourites with odds at 1.58 on Bet365 bookmaker.
• The last three meetings between these two teams have ended with at least over 160 points. Over 162.5 points is available on 1Xbet with odds at 1.40.
• Richmond Tigers have won three of the last five meetings of this fixture. They have also won their last two home matches. As underdogs, they have a 2.40 on Betway.
• Richmond Tigers have scored less than 82 points in their last five league matches. An under 81.5 points is available on 1Xbet with odds at 1.87.

Richmond Tigers vs North Melbourne Kangaroos Match Prediction 18 May 2025

The North Melbourne Kangaroos have not done much this season and they need to deliver quality here. After pulling off a solid performance against the Brisbane Lions, I still believe they will face a lot of trouble to win in this road game. On the other hand, Richmond Tigers are coming off a win and have now won twice in their last five games, both coming at this venue which is a good one. In the meantime, two teams' defenses have been poor this season and I do not see any improvement here, as I believe they will do well to take their chances. In the meantime, I will back the Richmond Tigers to cover the spread in this game, especially of how poor North Melbourne Kangaroos have played this season. 

Our match prediction: is handicap W1(+14.5) with odds at 1.67 on 1Xbet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip: is over 171.5 points with odds at 1.89 on Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final match prediction: is Richmond Tigers over 80.5 with odds at 1.85 on Betway bookmaker.