Brisbane's Joe Daniher has kicked a goal with 64 seconds to play to give the Lions a two-point victory in their AFL elimination final against Richmond.
Sydney recruit Paddy McCartin is set to play his first AFL final alongside brother Tom, less than two years after his dreams appeared dashed by concussions.
Six Melbourne players and five from Geelong have been named in a fresh-looking All-Australian squad, which features 26 men who have not previously won a blazer.
Four-time AFL premiership coach Alastair Clarkson will lead North Melbourne in 2023, informing the Kangaroos on Friday he has chosen them instead of Essendon.
Sydney climbed into the AFL top two with a 27-point triumph that leaves Collingwood needing a final-round victory to have any hope of securing a double chance.