Geelong are back in action tonight for their round three clash, as they prepare to take on Brisbane at the Gabba.
Wet and wild weather conditions are predicted for Saturday but that will not worry the Cats, who took down the Lions at the same venue in similar conditions less than 12 months ago.
It will be a chance to bounce back from last week's loss for Geelong, facing a Brisbane side that has started the year well with two consecutive wins.
Check out everything you need to know heading into Saturday night's match below.
KEY DETAILS
2025 AFL Season - Round Three
Brisbane Lions v Geelong Cats
Gabba, Brisbane
Saturday March 29, 7.35pm AEDT
TEAM SELECTION
LAST TIME WE MET
The two teams squared off in one of the most entertaining games of the 2024 season, Geelong falling 10 points short in a heartbreaking Preliminary Final loss to Brisbane at the MCG.
A seven-goal second quarter gave Geelong the ascendancy in the opening half, the Cats keeping their noses in front late in the final term, before the Lions kicked the last two goals of the game to seal the result.
Ollie Henry (15 disposals, four goals) was immense and nearly dragged the Cats over the line, while Gryan Miers (20 disposals, two goals) and Tom Stewart (22 disposals, 12 intercepts) were both among Geelong's best.
RECENT HISTORY
| SEASON | HOME | AWAY | GROUND |
| 2024 - PF | Geelong 12.13 (85) | Brisbane 14.11 (95) | MCG |
| 2024 - Round 6 | Brisbane 4.13 (37) | Geelong 9.9 (63) | Gabba |
| 2023 - Round 19 | Brisbane 9.10 (64) | Geelong 7.11 (53) | Gabba |
| 2022 - PF | Geelong 18.12 (120) | Brisbane 7.7 (49) | MCG |
| 2022 - Round 4 | Geelong 11.14 (80) | Brisbane 11.4 (70) | GMHBA Stadium |
KEY PLAYER TO WATCH
Max Holmes
Last time out at the Gabba in treacherous conditions, Max Holmes was immense accumulating 24 disposals and 668 metres gained, playing a massive role in Geelong's big win.
The Cats star collected eight intercept possessions and six inside 50s, landing two Brownlow votes for his display in conditions that are expected to be replicated once again this weekend.
Holmes copped a hard tag against St Kilda last week but still found ways to be influential, particularly in the second half and his performance will be crucial in round three if the Cats are to come away with a positive result.
MEMBERSHIPS & WHERE TO WATCH
Saturday night's match will be broadcast on Fox Footy as part of their 'Super Saturday' coverage, while also being streamed through Kayo from 7.30pm ahead of the opening bounce at 7.35pm AEDT.
The best way to catch all the action is to purchase and save on Kayo with a Digital Plus Membership, which provides a 12 month subscription to Kayo premium.
With Interstate games against Brisbane, Adelaide, Port Adelaide and West Coast in the first 15 rounds, Cats fans can also secure an Interstate membership for 2025. Check out the entire range of packages at membership.geelongcats.com.au.
K rock Football will also be covering all the action on Saturday night, tune into 95.5FM or krockfootball.live from 6.00pm to listen.
Check out the Geelong Cats website from 6.15pm to follow the Cats official live blog, which will be providing pre-game updates and all the match action as it happens throughout the night.
