Overview
- The Brisbane Lions defeated the Fremantle Dockers 14.12 (96) to 12.17 (89) at the MCG on Saturday, overturning a 17-point deficit to win by seven points in front of an official crowd of 100,023.
- Brisbane kicked the final four goals in the closing minutes to overturn the margin, with Charlie Cameron and Zac Bailey sparking the charge before the decisive set shots.
- Logan Morris delivered the match‑winning moments, slotting a clutch set shot with about a minute left and another with eight seconds remaining to seal the comeback.
- Will Ashcroft was again singled out for a prominent performance and has been noted in coverage for consecutive Norm Smith recognition in recent grand finals.
- Fremantle defender Alex Pearce was listed with an Achilles issue after the game and the result has intensified speculation over coach Chris Fagan's future after he hinted the match could be his last.