A cat fight is set for Saturday afternoon, with Geelong preparing to take on Richmond at GMHBA Stadium in Round 17.
Geelong returns from their bye week in a strong position, sitting in the top four with eight games remaining in the home and away season.
The challenge this week will be an emerging Tigers team stacked full of young talent, results have not fallen their way in 2025 but they still can not be taken lightly.
Check out a rundown of everything you need to know ahead of Saturday's game at Kardinia Park.
KEY DETAILS
2025 AFL Season - Round 17
Geelong Cats v Richmond
GMHBA Stadium, Geelong
Saturday 5th July, 4.15pm (AEST)
TEAM SELECTION
KEY PLAYER TO WATCH
Mark Blicavs
Quietly going about his business and proving to be as effective as ever in his 13th season at the top level, there have not been many players more important to the Cats than Mark Blicavs in 2025.
At times he has rolled through the midfield and the wing, but the veteran Cat has also pushed back throughout the year to help out in defence when the team requires it.
The stats speak for themselves averaging over four marks, 10 hit-outs and three clearances per game, while also recording over four score involvements and three intercept possessions per game this year.
Whatever role he is needed for on Saturday, Blicavs will be one of the most important players on the ground once again when the Cats take on Richmond.
RECENT HISTORY - Geelong v Richmond
This matchup has turned in favour of the Cats over recent years, with Geelong winning four of the past clashes against Richmond dating back to 2021.
The Tigers had won six of seven matches prior to that, which snapped a run of 13 consecutive wins for Geelong over Richmond between 2007 and 2017.
Richmond have only visited Kardinia Park twice in the past 13 years, their last win at the venue coming back in 2006.
| SEASON | HOME | AWAY | GROUND |
| 2024 - Round 12 | Geelong 15.9 (99) | Richmond 10.9 (69) | GMHBA Stadium |
| 2023 - Round 9 | Richmond 16.6 (102) | Geelong 11.12 (78) | MCG |
| 2022 - Round 15 | Geelong 13.11 (89) | Richmond 13.8 (86) | MCG |
| 2021 - Round 19 | Geelong 15.5 (95) | Richmond 8.9 (57) | MCG |
| 2021 - Round 8 | Richmond 9.9 (63) | Geelong 19.12 (126) | MCG |
VENUE HISTORY - GMHBA Stadium
Geelong have won six of their last eight games at home dating back to Round 21 last year, but they fell in the most recent clash against Brisbane a fortnight ago.
The Cats have had an impeccable record against the Tigers at GMHBA Stadium, claiming victory in 22 of the last 25 clashes at the venue with Richmond's last win here coming 19 years ago.
| SEASON | HOME | AWAY |
| 2025 - Round 15 | Geelong 6.15 (51) | Brisbane 14.8 (92) |
| 2025 - Round 13 | Geelong 9.7 (61) | Gold Coast 5.7 (37) |
| 2025 - Round 11 | Geelong 20.7 (127) | Western Bulldogs 16.17 (113) |
| 2025 - Round 9 | Geelong 14.17 (101) | GWS Giants 16.9 (105) |
| 2025 - Round 4 | Geelong 12.13 (85) | Melbourne 6.10 (46) |
| 2025 - Round 1 | Geelong 23.9 (147) | Fremantle 10.9 (69) |
VFL CATS
Geelong Cats v Richmond
Sunday 6th July
Bounce: 12.05pm
GMHBA Stadium, Geelong
TICKETS
Tickets are available for Geelong's clash with Richmond at GMHBA Stadium, secure your seat through Ticketmaster today.
With an exciting conclusion to the home and away season awaiting, check out the full range of 2025 Geelong Cats Membership options so you don't miss a minute of the action.
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WHERE TO WATCH
Geelong's Round 17 clash with Richmond will be broadcast on Fox Footy and streamed through Kayo, ahead of the opening bounce at 4.15pm AEST.
K rock will also be covering the match and all the pre-game build up from 3.00pm, tune into 95.5FM, krockfootball.live or the AFL app to follow along.
Make sure to follow @GeelongCats social media channels for updates pre, during and post game.
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Broadcast Details: 2025 AFL Broadcast Guide
