Crows Get Home After Alarming Tigers Scare in Wet The torrential rain that drenched Adelaide Oval on Saturday night provided challenging playing conditions for the Crows and Tigers, but it also served as a poignant reminder of the fragile balance governing the Australian Football League (AFL) at this stage of the season.
Izak Rankine's incredible performance was the difference maker for Adelaide. With 37 disposals and 19 contested possessions, he single handedly dragged his team over the line against Richmond in a nail biting finish.
However, it was not just Rankine's individual brilliance that caught attention – but also the stark contrast between the two teams' performances.