Finals are typically known as the time where the cream rises to the top. The pretenders are separated from the contenders and champions rise on the biggest of occasions.
Last year, it was Mason Cox's out-of-the-blue prelim performance against the Tigers which shocked the AFL world, while Dom Sheed became the toast of Western Australia after his Grand Final heroics.
So who will it be this year? Which player is ready to take their game to the next level this 2019 finals series?
We've gone through each finalist and named the player ready to emerge this September.
5. West Coast - Willie Rioli
Rioli and September success is a pairing AFL fans have become accustomed to over the years.
While maybe not quite as dynamic as Cyril, Willie Rioli has been an important part of the Eagles forward set up in the past two seasons.
While the likes of Liam Ryan may often take attention away from the 24-year-old, Rioli has been gaining momentum over the last few rounds of the home and away season.
A three-goal game against the Hawks in Round 23 as well as a mightily impressive 21 disposal and seven tackle outing against the Crows two weeks beforehand, primes Rioli for an exciting finals campaign.
With an average of 3.4 tackles per game, Rioli's forward pressure will likely suite the heated finals environment and his eye for goal could allow him to shine on the biggest stage.
While still managing to snag a goal in each final the Eagles played during their premiership season, Rioli will still believe he can improve upon his performances.
