The moment of truth has really and truly arrived for the red hot Benalla. After failing to execute against Kyabram the Saints now take on Rochester.
This promises to be a tough and no nonsense contest, especially with a grand final spot on the line.
Rochester was particularly ruthless in ending the aspirations of Seymour.
They played a disciplined game and were rewarded with another shot at Benalla.
The Tigers will be eager to give a better account of what they put up a fortnight ago in the second semi-final.
James Flaherty will be thrilled by the fact that all the pressure is on Benalla.
Not many expect them to defeat Benalla. Both of these teams are littered with stars.
James Gledhill will likely get the job on Josh Mellington while support will come from Flaherty who usually plays the third man up role.
Nick Warnock, Farren Priest, Mitchell Exton and possibly even Lachie Smith are other guys who can kick goals for the Saints.
Up the other end, Steve Stroobants continues to fire. He again starred for the Tigers with support from Dylan Cuttriss and Elliot Bowen.
The midfield battle, which includes the likes of Ash Watson, Brady Green, Heath Aiken up against the Martiniello brothers and Luke Morgan will be fascinating and the ruck duel between Sam Brennan and Josh Marchbank will go a long way to deciding who goes through to the big dance.
Last Modified on 26/09/2015 23:00