Sunday’s slate begins with Richmond looking for their first win of the season when they take on North Melbourne. For the Kangaroos, this is a huge opportunity for them to stay ahead of the ledger and continue their strong start to the season. We bring you our full betting preview for the clash below!
North Melbourne vs Richmond Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2026 Round 6
The Roos Are Rising
2026 has delivered the improvement we were all hoping for from North Melbourne, where they have already picked up three wins. The Kangaroos performance against Brisbane last week showed their growth as a side, taking it right up to the reigning premiers up until the final ten minutes. The Kangaroos got great performances out of their key players with Harry Sheezel (30 disposals), Luke Davies-Uniacke (27), Jye Simpkin (27) all contributing.
A Long Year Ahead
Richmond were on the end of another convincing defeat, beaten by 56 points against GWS. The Tigers are 0-5 with their last four losses coming by margins of 68, 60, 42 and 56 points. Richmond are feeling the pain of not having some key senior players in the side, with Tom Lynch, Toby Nankervis and Ryan Mansell out through injury. Richmond have been smashed in the ruck battle without Nankervis, and it has severely hampered their midfield’s ability to impact at stoppage.
Recent Head to Head History
Despite being in the bottom four for many years, Richmond is a side the Kangaroos have enjoyed success against, winning four of their last five games against the Tigers. These sides met twice last year, with North Melbourne winning both encounters.
Kangaroos or Tigers? Here’s our North Melbourne vs Richmond Tip
The Kangaroos mean business in 2026, and this should be a very straight forward encounter for the Roos. North Melbourne have been the second most efficient team in the AFL inside 50, converting 27% of their 50’s into goals. Richmond have been one of the worst defensive 105 points per game through five games. North Melbourne’s midfield should be able to beat up on a young Richmond side and give them plenty of territory, which Richmond’s defence won’t be able to stand up against.
North Melbourne -26.5
$1.90 (1.5 Units)
North Melbourne vs Richmond Prop Bet
Cooper Trembath has burst onto the scene after being picked up in the mid season draft last year. Trembath has produced games of 3, 0, 2, 3 and 2 goals this season, and has kicked 19 goals in just eight games across his career.
Cooper Trembath 3+ Goals
$2.08
North Melbourne vs Richmond Same Game Multi
Cooper Trembath 3+ Goals: As highlighted above, Trembath is a goal kicking machine and should feast against a struggling Richmond defence.
Harry Sheezel 30+ Disposals: Sheezel is having another great season, averaging 31 disposals per game across five games. In Sheezel's last four games against Richmond he’s recorded 54, 20, 29 and 37 disposals.
Luke Davies-Uniacke 25+ Disposals: LDU has led from the front this season, having a major impact forward of centre. Davies-Uniacke has recorded 25+ disposals in 3 of his last 4 games.
SGM Odds: $3.50 at Dabble
North Melbourne vs Richmond Betting Odds & Match Info
Date: Sunday 19th April
Time: 1:10pm AEST
Location: Marvel Stadium, Melbourne
Odds: North Melbourne $1.25 vs Richmond $4
Line: North Melbourne -26.5
Points: 180.5
Where to Watch North Melbourne vs Richmond
You can watch the Kangaroos vs Tigers live and ad-free on Kayo Sports.
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