2025 AFL Round 4 Preview - April 2025
Dive into AFL Round 4 action with our expert tips and best bets designed to help you win big! We've analyzed every matchup, highlighting key fantasy players and offering insider insights so you're ready to dominate this weekend. Don't miss our top recommendations for maximum returns.
Collingwood vs Carlton Blues:
This classic rivalry match promises to be a thrilling contest. Collingwood have started the season strongly and will look to continue their good form going into their bye. Carlton on the other hand, has had a disappointing 2025 starting 0-3, as they look to go another week without key personnel.
- Best Bet: Collingwood: WIN - $1.48
- Fantasy Watch: Sam Walsh
- Most Disposals: Nick Daicos
Geelong Cats vs Melbourne Demons:
Two powerhouse teams that both believe they should be contending for finals, who sit surprisingly outside of the 8 with just 1 win between them from 6 games a piece. Geelong's experienced lineup, led by Patrick Dangerfield & Tom Stewart, will be tested against Melbourne's dynamic midfield featuring Jack Viney, Clayton Oliver, and Christian Petracca desperate to bounce back after being dominated by the Gold Coast Suns midfield last week.
- Best Bet: Melbourne: +27.5 - $1.90
- Fantasy Watch: Bailey Smith
- Most Disposals: Clayton Oliver
Gold Coast Suns vs Adelaide Crows:
The Suns are aiming to take the next step this season and challenge for finals after two emphatic away wins to start the year, while Adelaide will look to build on their promising start to their 2025 campaign. Two sides with midfield groups hitting their prime at the right time is going to bode well for an explosive battle in Gold Coast's first home game of the season.
- Best Bet: Gold Coast Suns: WIN - $1.74
- Fantasy Watch: Jordan Dawson
- Most Disposals: Noah Anderson
Richmond Tigers vs Brisbane Lions:
The Reigning premiers Brisbane faces a Richmond side in transition. Brisbane should flex their muscle in this one and could rack up a monster victory against the Tiger Cubs who have well and truly come down from the high of their shock round 1 victory over Carlton.
- Best Bet: Lions: 3rd Quarter Line -11.5 - $1.86
- Fantasy Watch: Dayne Zorko
- Most Disposals: Lachie Neale
North Melbourne vs Sydney Swans:
North Melbourne continues its rebuild and will face a tough test against a Sydney team with finals aspirations. The Kangaroos will look to Jy Simpkin and Luke Davies-Uniacke for leadership, while the Swans' midfield led by Chad Warner and Isaac Heeney may prove to be too strong.
- Best Bet: North Melbourne: +11.5 - $1.90
- Fantasy Watch: Tristan Xerri
- Most Disposals: Harry Sheezel
GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles:
The Giants aim to bounce back from a disappointing loss to Hawthorn in Round 3, while West Coast continues its youth movement. Toby Greene's form will be crucial for GWS, and the Eagles will hope for continued development from their young core.
- Best Bet: West Coast Eagles: +56.5 - $1.90
- Fantasy Watch: Lachie Whitfield
- Most Disposals: Tom Green
Port Adelaide vs St. Kilda:
Port Adelaide, after going down to Essendon last week, faces a St. Kilda side looking to climb up the ladder after winning 2 in a row. Connor Rozee's explosiveness could be the difference for Port, while the Saints will rely on Jack Steele's leadership in the midfield.
- Best Bet: St. Kilda: +11.5 - $1.90
- Fantasy Watch: Rowan Marshall
- Most Disposals: Jack Macrae
Fremantle Dockers vs Western Bulldogs:
Both sides come into this one with less than ideal starts to the season, desperate to get the victory. Andrew Brayshaw and Caleb Serong will be pivotal, going toe-to-toe with Tom Liberatore and Ed Richards in the midfield. Rory Lobb can expect a loud welcome from Fremantle fans as he returns to his former home ground.
- Best Bet: Western Bulldogs: +7.5 - $1.90
- Fantasy Watch: Luke Ryan
- Most Disposals: Caleb Serong
BYES: Hawthorn Hawks, Essendon Bombers
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All prices accurate as of 3:00am UTC 2nd April 2025
