Vixens v Giants: Super Netball preview, news and how to watch live

All you need to know in the lead up to the Super Netball preliminary final between Vixens and Giants, Saturday 25 June, including news updates, past history plus when and how to watch on Kayo.

David Gavin

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June 24, 2022 - 5:37PM

The Giants have winning momentum on their side despite losing both matches against Vixens this season. Picture: Jenny Evans/Getty Images

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Melbourne Vixens have a second chance at a Grand Final berth and will be challenged for that spot by the Giants on Saturday 25 June. Watch live here on Kayo and catch up on all the news in the lead-up.

Vixens v Giants preview

The minor premier Vixens and Giants will compete for the remaining spot in the Super Netball Grand Final on Saturday night after contrasting semi-final results last weekend.

On their home court – as they will be this Saturday – Melbourne were down by as much as 20 points against the second-placed West Coast Fever, before a final quarter fightback made the score respectable at 71-62.

Like she has been all season, Jhaniele Fowler was hard to contain missing just two of her 69 shots on goal in Fever’s win to go straight through to a home grand final already booked for Perth.

Melbourne play a Giants’ team who defeated Collingwood on Sunday to progress. Giants’ captain Jo Harten shot at 94 per cent in the 55-48 win, and with ball magnet Maddie Hay, was pivotal to victory at Ken Rosewall Arena.

Kiera Austin has been ruled out with Covid for the Melbourne Vixens, but she is the only change for either team from last weekend, replaced by Ruby Barkmeyer.

What time is Vixens v Giants?

The game starts at 7pm (AEST), 6.30pm (ACST) and 5pm (AWST) on Saturday 25 June.

Where is it being played?

John Cain Arena, Melbourne.

Maddie Hay and Jo Harten embrace after defeating Collingwood on Sunday. Picture: Brendon Thorne/Getty Images

How do I watch the game?

The game will be broadcast LIVE & FREE on Kayo as part of its Super Netball coverage. Not only can you catch the LIVE fixture and also the replay, but if you miss the action, you can catch up with Kayo Minis and Kayo Bites.

How to watch Suncorp Super Netball live here and start your 14-day free trial today.

How can I watch more netball on Kayo?

Watch more netball and catch up on anything you’ve missed here.

Latest news you need to know ahead of Saturday night?

The Super Netball season has reached the business end, with three teams left in the race for the 2022 title, and plenty of must read news.

INCLUDING aftershocks’ of Vixens’ horror loss, a key omission for the premiers, and Netball Australia outlines financial rescue plan.

PLUS final teams named for Commonwealth Games, how Emily Mannix has overcome shredded confidence to rise back to the top and behind the many faces of goalkeeper Tilly McDonell.

History between Vixens and Giants

The Giants lost both matches – home and away – against Melbourne Vixens during the regular season, the closest of which came during May in Sydney going down by three. At John Cain Arena, in April, the Vixens won by 12.

Team Lists

Melbourne Vixens

In - Ruby Barkmeyer

Out - Kiera Austin

Team Lists: Ruby Barkmeyer (TRP), Kate Eddy, Mwai Kumwenda, Olivia Lewis, Emily Mannix, Kate Moloney, Hannah Mundy, Rahni Samason, Liz Watson and Jo Weston.

Giants

In - N/A

Out - N/A

Team List: April Brandley, Sophie Dwyer, Jo Harten, Maddie Hay, Matisse Letherbarrow, Matilda McDonell, Lauren Moore, Amy Parmenter, Jamie-Lee Price and Amy Sligar.