SANFL Grand Final Preview
from The BJ Show
Send us Fan Mail 48 years is a long time between grand final meetings, which is exactly why Norwood Redlegs vs Sturt Double Blues feels bigger than a normal SANFL match preview. We’re counting down to the SANFL Grand Final 2026 at Adelaide Oval with quick, clear thoughts on how this rivalry is likely to play out when the premiership is on the line. We start with Norwood and the straight run into the decider, including the second semi-final win over Sturt and the one trait that keeps showing up in big moments: pressure. We talk about how that pressure can strangle an opponent’s ball use, why it matters even more on grand final day, and which Redlegs can turn territory into scoreboard impact. Nick Roker’s midfield influence and Harry Boyd’s ruck role sit right at the centre of that game plan. Then we flip to Sturt’s path, because the longer road can harden a team. After bouncing back with a strong preliminary final win, the Double Blues bring belief, proven finals habits, and dangerous match-winners. We look at the forward threat of As Johnson after a six-goal haul, plus how Tom Lewis and Will Smillie can change the contest around stoppage and transition. To finish, we lay out the real grand final questions: can Norwood bring the heat again, can Sturt win the midfield, and which forward line takes its chances under pressure. If you’re tipping a winner, we’ll give you the matchups to watch and a clear pick to argue with. Subscribe, share the episode with a footy mate, and leave a review, then tell us your tip and margin. Support the show
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Send us Fan Mail 48 years is a long time between grand final meetings, which is exactly why Norwood Redlegs vs Sturt Double Blues feels bigger than a normal SANFL match preview. We’re counting down to the SANFL Grand Final 2026 at Adelaide Oval with quick, clear thoughts on how this rivalry is likely to play out when the premiership is on the line. We start with Norwood and the straight run into the decider, including the second semi-final win over Sturt and the one trait that keeps showing ...
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