Richmond has finalised its team for Saturday night's blockbuster Dreamtime at the 'G match against Essendon.

Defensive duo Josh Gibcus and Robbie Tarrant will return to the Tigers' line-up for the big game, which will be played back at the MCG for the first time since 2019. 

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First-year Tiger Gibcus has been named to play after missing last weekend's win over Hawthorn due to AFL Health and Safety Protocols, while veteran backman Tarrant has been recalled for his seventh outing of the season.  

Triple-premiership player Shane Edwards also features in Richmond's starting 22 after being activated as the Tigers' medical substitute in Round 9. 

Making way for the inclusions are Noah Balta, who suffered a hamstring injury last weekend, Marlion Pickett through suspension, and Bigoa Nyuon, who has been omitted.

Jack Graham has been confirmed as a late out from the selected team with a toe injury, and is replaced in the starting 22 by Jack Ross.

Speaking to the media on Tuesday afternoon, coach Damien Hardwick said the annual Dreamtime clash was a highlight on the Tigers' calendar. 

"Dreamtime is one of those events that we're very lucky to play in, it's one of those big games that Essendon and Richmond have forged over a period of time," he said.

"It's a fantastic event... We hope our fans will come and flock to the game and provide the support that our boys need.

"We're very privileged to be a Club that gets to exhibit our Indigenous talent on a weekly basis, we've got some very good players and some emerging players as well."

Playing together in a Dreamtime game for the first time on Saturday night will be Daniel and Maurice Rioli. 

"It is exciting. I think any time you hear the Rioli name, you just get a warm glow inside," Hardwick said.

"To see how proud Daniel is of his uncle Maurice is outstanding, and those two bounce off each other.

"The Indigenous boys have a real pep in their step this week as they should, it's a significant event that we're incredibly privileged to play in.

"What they bring to our Club is incredible."

Richmond's four emergencies for the Dreamtime clash are Sam Banks, Bigoa Nyuon, Jake Aarts and Judson Clarke. 

The Tigers' will confirm which player comes in as the medical substitute 60 minutes prior to the bounce.

Saturday night's big game kicks off at 7.30pm can be viewed live on Channel 7, FOX FOOTY and Kayo Sports.

Richmond team v Essendon, Saturday, May 21, 7.30pm AEST, MCG
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In: Josh Gibcus, Robbie Tarrant, Jack Ross

Out: Noah Balta (injured), Bigoa Nyuon (omitted), Marlion Pickett (suspended), Jack Graham (injured)