Melbourne returns to Casey Fields on Saturday looking to continue their dominance over St Kilda, having won all four previous AFLW meetings between the two clubs.
Melbourne started their 2025 campaign in style, with a thumping 62–14 win over the Bulldogs and will be confident with stars like Tyla Hanks and Kate Hore leading the way. Backed by strong form at home, the Dees look every bit the powerhouse side expected to push deep into September again.
The Saints, however, will arrive with renewed belief after upsetting Adelaide in Round 1. Led by the electric Jesse Wardlaw and midfield grunt from Georgia Patrikios, St Kilda will aim to pressure Melbourne early and force turnovers in dangerous areas.
While history favours the Demons, the Saints know that a strong start could set up a genuine chance to spring one of the early-season boilovers.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Melbourne vs. St Kilda free live stream, free-to-air channel
- Live Stream: Kayo, Foxtel, Binge, 7+
- TV Channel: Fox Sports 5
- Free-to-air: 7 Mate
Kayo, Binge, and Foxtel are providing both live and catch-up coverage of the match. The clash will also be available to watch on Fox Sports 5 and free-to-air on 7 Mate.
Fans can stream Melbourne vs. St Kilda on Kayo, which is currently offering a free trial for new subscribers, so you can essentially watch this game and others this week for free.
Melbourne vs. St Kilda start time
- Date: Saturday, August 23
- Start Time: 3:05 p.m. AEST
- Venue & Location: Casey Fields, Cranbourne, Melbourne
The AFLW Round 2 game between Melbourne and St Kilda will be played on Saturday, August 23 at 3:05 p.m. AEST.
It will be played at Casey Fields in Cranbourne, Melbourne.
Here's how that kick-off time translates to the various Australian time zones:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Australian Eastern Standard Time | Saturday, August 23 | 3:05 p.m. |
| Australian Central Standard Time | Saturday, August 23 | 2:35 p.m. |
| Australian Western Standard Time | Saturday, August 23 | 1:05 p.m. |
AFLW 2025 fixture schedule this week
Saturday, August 23
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collingwood vs. GWS Giants | Victoria Park | 1:05 p.m. | Fox Sports 5/ Kayo |
| Melbourne vs. St Kilda | Casey Fields | 3:05 p.m. | Seven, Fox Sports 5/Kayo, Binge |
| Gold Coast vs. Sydney | People First Stadium | 3:05 p.m. | Fox Sports 6/Kayo, Binge |
| Fremantle vs. Brisbane | Fremantle Community Park Oval | 5:05 p.m. | Fox Sports 5/Kayo, Binge |
| Hawthorn vs. Carlton | Kinetic Stadium | 7:15 p.m. | Seven, Fox Sports 5/Kayo, Binge |
Sunday, August 24
| Fixture | Venue | Time (AEST) | TV/Stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond vs. Bulldogs | IKON Park | 12:35 p.m. | Fox Sports 5/Kayo, Binge |
| North Melbourne vs. Port Adelaide | Arden Street Oval | 1:05 p.m. | Seven, Fox Sports 5/Kayo |
| Essendon vs. West Coast | Windy Hill | 2:35 p.m. | Fox Sports 3/Kayo |
| Adelaide vs. Geelong | Thomas Farm Oval | 3:05 p.m. | Fox Sports 6/Kayo |