A second-half fighback from Richmond has seen the hosts fall seven points short of Collingwood in their JLT Community Series clash in Moe on Saturday.
Star Tiger Dustin Martin (26 disposals, six clearances and three goals) lifted in the latter part of third term after the Magpies had booted four goals in the space of 12 minutes to start the quarter.
Despite Collingwood's early dominance, the Tigers cut the margin to just seven points at the final siren as the Magpies ran out of steam, with the final scores finishing 0.16.11 (107) to 1.15.15 (114).
Although he had just 12 disposals for the afternoon, rookie Tiger Mabior Chol showed flashes of his potential while oft-injured midfielder Reece Conca had 24 touches.
A late ankle injury to Jack Riewoldt, who was reported for rough conduct earlier in the game, caused some concerns but the spearhead, who booted two goals, appeared to be walking freely when he shook hands with the opposition after the siren.
The Tigers were without Ben Lennon and Corey Ellis, and after a dismal start coach Damien Hardwick would have been content with their fightback and increased pressure around the footy.
Richmond next face Carlton in the traditional home-and-away season opener on Thursday, March 23 at the MCG.
RICHMOND 0.2.2 0.6.5 0.11.7 0.16.11 (107)
COLLINGWOOD 1.6.7 1.8.11 1.15.15 1.15.15 (114)
SUPERGOALS
Richmond: Nil
Collingwood: Treloar
GOALS
Richmond: Martin 3, Edwards 2, Prestia 2, Riewoldt 2, Chol, Caddy, Soldo, Rioli, Butler, Castagna, Stengle
Collingwood: Moore 3, White 3, Fasolo 2, Mayne 2, Cox, Grundy, Treloar, Smith, Phillips
BEST
Richmond: Martin, Riewoldt, Conca, Prestia, Edwards, Chol
Collingwood: Treloar, Reid, Adams, Sidebottom, Crisp, Grundy, Smith
INJURIES
Richmond: Riewoldt (left ankle)
Collingwood: Adams (cut chin), Pendlebury (Achilles tightness) late withdrawal
REPORTS
Jack Riewoldt (Richmond) reported for engaging in rough conduct on Jackson Ramsay (Collingwood)
Umpires: Mitchell, Stephens, Findlay
Official crowd: 5,701 at Ted Summerton Reserve in Moe
