IN each round we will identify one key match-up and provide an in-depth analysis of both players and compare the two styles.

GWS GIANTS v. Collingwood Magpies

KIM GREEN (WA) v. ASH BRAZILL (WD)

It will be a highly competitive match-up with both players renowned for their speed and sheer athleticism. Over their careers they have come up against each other multiple times causing great intrigue and excitement for all watching. It is the first time this season that both will match-up against each other and will want to stamp their authority on the competition.

Coming off her 200th game last the speedy wing attack and centre Kim Green proved that she has plenty left in the tank. She copped a couple of nasty knocks in the second term did not seem to deter Green from taking the hard drives to the top of the goal circle and dishing off bullet like passes. The veteran wing is renowned for her impeccable vision, impressive work rate and ability to find space that no one else can. Meanwhile her strength is second to none along with her insane balance to ensure that she can take the ball at full strength and pass off to a teammate with ease. Green also applies good defensive pressure going with her opponent step for step and denying easy access to the ball.

On the other hand, fan favourite Ash Brazill has continued her hot form thanks to her amazing athleticism. She offers great drive out of the back end for the Magpies and is relishing that extra protection to go for the big intercept. Her closing speed is second to none using her acceleration to pick pocket her opponents. Brazill’s footwork is also equally as skilful to cautiously and cleanly manoeuvre around her opponent on the circle edge to get a clever tap or disrupt the play. She also does a wealth of work off the ball blocking her opponent from making drives and working hard at the transverse line to provide back up play.

Given both players are physical at the contest and are not afraid to put their body on the line expect a ferocious battle. If Green is able to get on top it will a go a long way in providing her goalers with first access to post. But if Brazill shuts down Green the GIANTS will be starved of opportunity as she is the real play maker in that attacking end.