Tyler Welsh returns to bolster the forward line for Round 12 SANFL Showdown fixture between Adelaide and Port Adelaide. Josh Carr said the experienced forward was dropped because of injury concerns. The Crow is likely to miss the match. Port Adelaide will eagerly seek to boost its ladder position. Adelaide hopes the return enhances its attack.
The standalone Showdown 60 is promoted as a possible season finale. In junior ranks, the South Australian U18 girls beat Victoria Metro narrowly, while the SA U16 boys lost to Western Australia in a hard‑fought match.