Brisbane Lions vs Port Adelaide Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 17
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Saturday at the Gabba features a top four showdown as Brisbane, fresh from a bye and a big win over Geelong, host an in-form Port Adelaide on a three-game streak, eager to claim a major scalp and boost their finals hopes.
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The prediction
The Brisbane Lions (2nd) entered their Round 16 bye on a high. Their last performance was a magnificent 41-point victory over Geelong at GMHBA Stadium (92-51), a venue where they had not won in over two decades. This was their third win in five.
Logan Morris has been a revelation for the Lions. In their last outing against Geelong, he kicked a brilliant five-goals, providing a dangerous and unpredictable target in an already potent Brisbane forward line.
Port Adelaide (10th) has turned their season around with an impressive three-game winning streak. Their most recent victory was the comprehensive 110-60 dismantling of Carlton at Adelaide Oval.
Port Adelaide's Mitch Georgiades has found some scintillating form. He was dominant against Carlton, booting five goals for the second time in three weeks. His strong marking and accurate set-shot kicking make him a difficult matchup.
Brisbane has had a stranglehold on this rivalry in recent times, winning the last two encounters in convincing fashion, including the 2023 Qualifying Final. The Lions' record against the Power at the Gabba is particularly strong; they are on a five-game winning streak under coach Chris Fagan.
This clash represents a classic strength-on-strength battle. Port Adelaide's newfound momentum will be tested against Brisbane's formidable home-ground advantage. The trip to the Gabba is a significant step up in difficulty, and Brisbane's recent head-to-head dominance gives them a clear advantage.
Brisbane Lions vs Port Adelaide tip: Brisbane to win by 25+ points
