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2024 - 7 - 13

Crazy AFL Drama: Crows Soar Over Saints in Epic Rainy Battle

Adelaide Crows - AFL - Lachlan Sholl - Riley Thilthorpe - Ross Lyon - St Kilda

Adelaide Crows triumph over St Kilda in a wet, wild showdown. Coach's phone-smashing antics shock fans. Find out the unsung heroes behind the Crows' victory!

In a classic showdown at Adelaide Oval, the Adelaide Crows outmatched the St Kilda Saints in a rain-soaked battle to salvage their seasons. Led by breakout star Lachlan Sholl, the Crows secured a solid 32-point victory over the Saints in a gritty display of AFL prowess. Despite the slippery conditions, Adelaide came out on top, raining on St Kilda's parade and halting their momentum.

The game took a bizarre turn when St Kilda's coach, Ross Lyon, smashed his phone in frustration over the team's latest AFL loss. This old-school move added to the drama of the night, reflecting the intensity of the match. The unsung heroes of the Crows team also shone, proving Coach Matthew Nicks right in his strategies and showcasing their determination despite the challenging weather.

With two last-quarter goals from returning key forward Riley Thilthorpe, the Crows sealed their victory in a Saturday night slog that will be remembered for its thrilling moments. Ross Lyon's cheeky reaction during the game added a humorous touch to the intense clashes on the field, making the night even more memorable for fans and viewers.

In a twist of events, the Crows' unexpected triumph over the Saints revealed the team's resilience and potential, while St Kilda faced setbacks in their pursuit of victory. The match highlighted the unpredictable nature of AFL games and the excitement they bring to fans. As the season progresses, both teams are set to face new challenges and opportunities, making every game a thrilling spectacle for AFL enthusiasts.

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Crows prove too good for Saints in the wet (AFL)

An old-fashioned slog played out at Adelaide Oval as two clubs tried to salvage their seasons in the rain.

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Sholl prominent as Adelaide sink St Kilda in AFL slog (The North West Star)

Adelaide, with winger Lachlan Sholl continuing his breakout season, have beaten St Kilda by 32 points at a...

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Crows come home with a wet sail to halt Saints (St Kilda FC)

Adelaide has rained on St Kilda's parade after it pipped the premiership favourites last week, overcoming the visitors by 32 points in a slippery slog at ...

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Coach smashes phone in latest AFL loss (The Advertiser)

Ross Lyon is considered by some an old-school AFL coach and the St Kilda mentor pulled off a move from years gone by on Saturday night.

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'Just can't believe it': Bizarre Crows sub call stuns as Saints slow ... (Fox Sports)

'Just can't believe it': Bizarre Crows sub call stuns as Saints slow after strong start โ€” LIVE AFL.

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The unsung Crows who helped prove Nicks was right (The Advertiser)

On Saturday night in horrid conditions against a dogged St Kilda, the Crows proved what Matthew Nicks has been saying all along. MATT TURNER looks at who ...

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Match Report: Crows prove too good for Saints in the wet (Adelaide Crows)

Two last-quarter goals to returning key forward Riley Thilthorpe has driven Adelaide to a 32-point win over St Kilda in a Saturday night slog.

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LISTEN: 'Put together in the 60s!' Ross Lyon's cheeky reaction to ... (The Roar)

Ross may have to consider swapping to a headset. The St Kilda boss lost his cool in the second quarter of the Saints-Crows clashโ€ฆ

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Sholl prominent as Adelaide sink St Kilda in AFL slog (Newcastle Herald)

Adelaide, with winger Lachlan Sholl continuing his breakout season, have beaten St Kilda by 32 points at a...

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Sholl prominent as Adelaide sink St Kilda in AFL slog (Tasmania Examiner)

Adelaide, with winger Lachlan Sholl continuing his breakout season, have beaten St Kilda by 32 points at a...

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R18 - Adelaide v St Kilda - The Mongrel Review - The Mongrel Punt (The Mongrel Punt)

The Crows were the faster starters and kept the ball in their half for the first several minutes, kicking the first goal, before the Saints started pushing back ...

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