Overview
- Melbourne beat Adelaide 9.6 (60) to 7.7 (49) to book a preliminary final against undefeated North Melbourne next weekend.
- Captain Kate Hore kicked three goals, including a deft late snap that put the Demons in front for good.
- The Demons overturned a 13-point half-time deficit, sparked by Tayla Harris’ move into the ruck and sustained midfield pressure.
- Adelaide’s second-quarter surge was aided by a 50‑metre penalty, a downfield free and a pre‑siren whistle that led to goals.
- Premiership coach Matthew Clarke’s Crows stint ended with the defeat, while Danielle Ponter returned after a knee clash as 2,624 attended at Ikon Park.