R4 teams, captains, trade tips - AFL Fantasy LIVE
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In this episode of AFL Fantasy Live, hosts Roy, Calvin, and Warney dive into round four teams, trade strategies, and captaincy picks ahead of the Gather Round. They analyze key player movements, including dual rucking at Adelaide, the return of injured stars like Jordan Dawson, and the absence of key players such as Tristan Sherry and Christian Petrarca. The team highlights standout performers like Colby McKercher and Rochelle, who are praised as top trade targets due to their value and rising form. They also discuss captaincy options, with strong recommendations for Bont, Zorko, and Sheezle, while cautioning against overvaluing dual ruck setups. The episode features a deep dive into the 'Crypto.com Trade of the Week' and emphasizes the importance of timing trades before the final team drops. The hosts also promote their upcoming live event at the Maccas Footy Festival in Adelaide, where fans can join them for a day of fantasy discussion and footy.
This is the last early-buy round before the return to a best 22 format in Gather Round.
Colby McKercher and Rochelle are top trade targets due to their value and rising form.
Bont is a high-ceiling captaincy option, especially against the Witch's Hatch.
Dual rucking at Adelaide is a risky setup—consider trading for Max or Grundy.
Keep an eye on Sheezle for a strong performance against Colton on Friday.
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Welcome & Round Four Preview
The hosts kick off the episode with excitement for round four, highlighting the final early-buy round and the upcoming Gather Round. They tease key player moves and preview the live event at Elder Park.
Crypto.com Trade of the Week & Top Targets
“Colby McKercher and Rochelle are two guys I'm looking at this way. And you think they'll be in there, do you? Well, I think they could easily be in the top – well, at least under the blanket of it.”
Team News & Key Player Updates
Detailed breakdown of team changes across all matches, including Adelaide’s dual ruck decision, Melbourne’s extended squad, and injury absences like Harry Dean and Christian Petrarca.
Captaincy & VC Analysis
“If Bond wants to be I want three Brownlow vote Bond, then this is going to be nasty 150.”
Trade & Upgrade Strategies
Hosts answer fan questions on trades, including Gorn vs. Bolton, Bont vs. Smith, and upgrades for Parrish, offering clear recommendations based on value and match-up.
“If Bond wants to be I want three Brownlow vote Bond, then this is going to be nasty 150.”
“Colby McKercher and Rochelle are two guys I'm looking at this way. And you think they'll be in there, do you? Well, I think they could easily be in the top – well, at least under the blanket of it.”
“They'll realise that this is not the right way to play it. No. And they'll fix it for next week and they'll go, you know what, McAndrew, we'll give you a run solo against the St Kilda pair.”
Hosts
Calvin
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Roy
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Adelaide Crows
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Bont
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Colby McKercher
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Rochelle
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Warney
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Zorko
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Sheezle
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Gather Round
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