Thursday night teams are back.
After strong fan feedback the AFL has confirmed that team announcements will return to their traditional Thursday night slot, starting from round 10 for Richmond's match against Brisbane..
The Tigers' final team to face GWS this Saturday night will be announced at 6.20pm on Friday, May 14.
Team announcement timings for round 10 onwards
Thursday games – final teams (18 players, 4 interchange players, 4 emergencies). Announced Wednesday, 6.20pm AEST
Friday and Saturday games – final teams (18 players, 4 interchange players, 4 emergencies). Announced Thursday, 6.20pm AEST
Sunday and Monday games – extended squads (18 players, 8 emergencies). Announced Thursday, 6.20pm AEST
Sunday games – final teams (18 players, 4 interchange players, 4 emergencies). Announced Friday, 5.00pm AEST
Monday games – final teams (18 players, 4 interchange players, 4 emergencies). Announced Saturday, 4.30pm AEST
If games are to be played on Tuesday or Wednesday, final teams will be announced at 6:20pm AEST the day prior to the match.