INS: Van Rooyen, Lever
OUTS: Petty, Howes (concussion)

MELBOURNE has made two changes ahead of Round 17, as the Demons head to Adelaide Oval to face an in-form Crows outfit.

Jacob van Rooyen and Jake Lever both return to the senior side after a weekend in the VFL, as Blake Howes and Harrison Petty miss after entering the AFL’s concussion protocols.

Van Rooyen impressed with a standout goal in the second quarter of the VFL match, outmuscling his opponent in a one-on-one contest before bursting clear and finishing into an open goal. Lever was equally influential, collecting a game-high 13 marks in the loss to Gold Coast.

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The duo will bolster both ends of the ground as Melbourne prepares for a strong contest against Adelaide.

The match is set for 3:15pm (AEST) on Sunday afternoon.

South Australian fans will have the chance to see the squad on Saturday, with an open training session scheduled for 2:15pm at Adelaide Oval. Entry is via the South Gate.

Adelaide Crows v Melbourne

Round 17 Sun 6 Jul 2025, 5:15 AM

Adelaide Oval, Adelaide • SA



Last Updated 10:20 pm Friday, July 11, 2025