Brisbane Lions stamped their authority on the M.C.G. in Round 24, delivering a dominant performance to defeat Collingwood 159 to 96. Heading into the fixture, the market had Brisbane Lions installed as the clear side to beat, with their price shifting from 1.32 out to 1.33 (drifted) on the back of strong season form. Collingwood came into the contest looking to bounce back following a draw against Hawthorn, but the visitors proved far too potent across all four quarters.
The final scoreline of 159–96 reflects a high-scoring affair that heavily exceeded expectations. Pre-match indicators saw the total points line set at 184.5, with the over moving from 1.9 down to 1.85 (firmed) while the under went from 1.9 up to 1.95 (drifted). Brisbane's prolific scoring potency ultimately blew the game wide open, leaving the home side scrambling to find answers against a powerhouse attacking unit.
How the tips went
Our published tips for this Round 24 clash delivered a clean sweep across all markets. The head-to-head selection on Brisbane Lions at 1.26 saluted comfortably as the visitors asserted their dominance on the road.
In the handicap market, the selection of Brisbane Lions -24.5 at 1.9 was successful as the visitors blew well past the line in a 63-point victory. Meanwhile, the total points selection of Over 166.5 at 1.35 also got home easily, capitalising on a runaway scoring exhibition at the M.C.G.