In the biggest upset of the round so far, a young Brisbane side defeated the reigning premiers, West Coast, in emphatic style.
The 44-point win was not only an upset, but it also created some mind-boggling and history-making stats.
After the Eagles burst out of the blocks to gain a 27-point quarter-time lead, the Lions shut them down completely.
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From that point, they outscored West Coast 14 goals to two in a remarkable turnaround.
The charge was led by Geelong recruit Lincoln McCarthy, who booted four goals for the night.
The Lions broke an eight-game losing streak against the Eagles as well, beating them for the first time since 2012.
West Coast’s loss is the biggest Round 1 loss by a reigning AFL/ VFL premier since Richmond lost by 62 points against Carlton in 1981.
The @WestCoastEagles' 44-point loss to Brisbane is the biggest Round 1 loss by a reigning VFL/AFL premier since Richmond lost by 62 points to Carlton in 1981. #AFLLionsEagles @FOXFOOTY
— Max Laughton (@maxlaughton) March 23, 2019
For the Lions, the win marks the first time they finish a round in the top eight since Round 1 in 2012.
Daniel Rich was the only player to feature in both the 2012 and 2019 matches.
BRIS will finish this round inside the eight for the first time since 2012 R01
— Swamp (@sirswampthing) March 23, 2019
Daniel Rich only player to feature in both 2012 & 2019 games
(Ryan Lester played 2012 but named emergency in this match)
@brisbanelions #AFLLionsEagles @AFL
