The greatest to ever don the yellow & black and arguably the greatest AFL player of a generation, Dustin Martinย has finalised his career after 15 seasons and 302 games with the Richmond Tigers.
Renowned nation-wide as the only player in history with three Norm Smith Medals to his name, Martin's catalogue of iconic performances may be more prolific than any other.
The title of 'big-game player' could never be more appropriately attributed, with Dusty's ability to save his crowning moments for the grandest occasions.
Unsurprisingly, all three of his Grand Final performances make the list, as do a number of other finals, the question is... in what order?
* Denotes career-high
1. 2020, Grand Final vs Geelong -ย 81-50 win
- 21 disposals (14 effective)
- 4 goals
- 9 score involvements
- 1 goal assist
- 5 clearances
- Norm Smith Medal
The crowning moment of Dusty's career.
Minutes from the half-time siren, it appeared Richmond's reign had finally been overcome. Geelong were well ahead and riding the high of their premiership sentiment; sending Gary Ablett off in glorious fashion, Patrick Dangerfield catching that elusive grand final success while Chris Scott stakes his claim among the coaching greats of the AFL.
Queue Dustin Martin with a miraculous snap, sending an ominous warning ahead of the half.
Dusty proceeded to drag his side back into the hunt in the third term, kicking the go-ahead goal late in the quarter before sealing it himself with two more fourth quarter majors, wrapping up Richmond's dynasty and securing his status as the first-ever three-time Norm Smith medallist.
