Gold Coast vs Richmond Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 21

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The Gold Coast Suns have a golden opportunity to strengthen their grip on a maiden finals berth when they host a struggling Richmond outfit. 

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The prediction

The Gold Coast Suns (8th) recorded their biggest ever QClash victory in Round 20, thrashing the Brisbane Lions by 66 points in a statement performance that put the entire competition on notice. 

Richmond (16th) showed fight but were ultimately outclassed by ladder-leaders Collingwood in Round 20, going down 93-57. They have won just two of the last five but have remained competitive for the most part. 

The Suns' Matt Rowell was at his brilliant best in the QClash. He was an unstoppable force, finishing with 37 disposals, 23 contested possessions,15 clearances and 12 tackles. 

In a difficult day for the Tigers, Tyler Sonsie finished with 28 disposals and 10 marks. 

Richmond shocked Gold Coast back in Round Six with an 11-point win at Marvel Stadium. It was their lone win in the past five H2H meetings. 

The Suns have been formidable at home this season, and with a top-eight spot on the line, the stakes couldn't be higher. We think the Suns handle this one comfortably.

Gold Coast vs Richmond tip: Gold Coast to win by 40+ points