Overview

• The Saints notched their first victory over Adelaide since entering the AFLW in 2020
• St Kilda's young roster showcased superior endurance through relentless pressure and sustained chains of possession
• Zoe Besanko kicked twice, including a goal inside 36 seconds, to spearhead the Saints' attack
• Debutant India Rasheed finished with 15 disposals, five marks and her first career goal despite the Crows being held goalless in the second half
• Adelaide heads into its home opener against Geelong with an ankle injury to Hannah Munyard and the season-long absence of skipper Chelsea Randall