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The AFL round 18 match between Melbourne and Richmond is set to proceed with several late team changes. Melbourne aims to maintain its top-four momentum, while Richmond looks to integrate new prospects despite a string of recent losses.
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--> Nathan Broad is tackled by Aidan Johnson during the match between Melbourne and Richmond in R18, 2026. Picture: AFL Photos MELBOURNE has brought Jack Melksham into its side for its clash against Richmond after Harrison Petty was forced to withdraw.
Petty is a late out due to a hamstring issue, while Bayley Fritsch was withdrawn on Saturday despite being named in the original side, with Aidan Johnson coming in for him.
Melbourne surged back into the top-four race with a stunning start against Hawthorn last Saturday before taking the foot off the accelerator in the second half and losing some of the percentage gains it briefly held.
The Demons will still be riding high from a first interstate victory this year and now return to their happy hunting ground at home where they have won all eight matches this season.
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