Richmond AFLW has named its team to take on North Melbourne in Saturday afternoon's do or die semi final at the Swinburne Centre. 

Vice-captain Sarah Hosking returns to the line-up to give the side's midfield a big boost.

The experienced Tiger will inject grunt and leadership into the team, as she returns from an adductor strain which saw her miss last weekend's qualifying final. 

Making way for Hosking's return is midfielder Maddy Brancatisano, who has been omitted.

Richmond's three emergencies for their second final, and first played at Tigerland, are Kodi Jacques, Meagan Kiely and Sarah D'Arcy.

Tenacious utility Jess Hosking will celebrate her 50th AFLW game on Saturday, while teammate Tessa Lavey will notch up her 25th.

Skipper Katie Brennan said the Tigers gained invaluable experience last weekend in their first ever final.

"We learnt a few lessons that we need to neaten up in our game to make sure we come out firing against the Kangaroos," she said.

"It's our first time in finals but we know we can grow our game week-to-week and we know we're just getting started. 

"Coming off the back of a loss last week...we want to be hungry to improve our game and we've been doing that this week."

Saturday's semi final, which kicks off at 1.40pm with gates opening at 12.10pm, will be broadcast live on Channel 7, Kayo, Fox Footy and the AFL Women's app.

Richmond AFLW team v North Melbourne, Saturday, November 12, 1.40pm AEDT, Swinburne Centre

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In: Sarah Hosking

Out: Maddy Brancatisano (omitted)

Milestone: Jess Hosking (50 games), Tessa Lavey (25 games)