Live: Tigers and Eagles face off with chance for rare win on the line

The Australian Football League's round 21 concludes with a crucial match between Richmond and West Coast at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Both teams are struggling this season, making this game particularly significant as they aim for a rare victory and potentially influence the upcoming draft order.

The focus for many observers is on Harry van Hattum, a 205cm ruck/forward prospect widely considered the best player available in this year's draft pool. As the ladder stands, Richmond is in the prime position to secure him with the first overall pick, but their poorer percentage means Essendon is close behind. A win for either Richmond or West Coast could alter this delicate draft order.

Richmond has made two changes to their lineup, bringing in Ben Miller and Samson Ryan for Rhyan Mansell and Zane Peucker. West Coast also sees two changes, with Cooper Duff-Tytler and Jack Graham replacing Oliver Francou and Hamish Davis. Graham's return to the MCG, where he previously played for Richmond, adds a personal narrative to the contest.

This game is the first of a triple-header to wrap up the season's round 21. Following the Tigers and Eagles clash, Gold Coast will host Melbourne at Carrara Stadium, and Essendon will play Adelaide at Docklands Stadium. While these teams may not be contenders this year, the matches hold importance for draft implications and potential final placings.