Brisbane has claimed a thrilling three-point win over the previously undefeated Adelaide in what was one of the best AFLW games of the season so far.

In what could be a grand final preview, the Lions sent a message to the rest of the competition by grinding out the victory in hot and humid conditions.

Belle Dawes stepped up in the final term with a clutch set shot, while the likes of Ally Anderson (28 disposals) and Sophie Conway (701m gained from 26 disposals) were instrumental in the victory.

Brisbane’s ability to apply pressure to the Crows throughout the contest and capitalise on its forward 50 entries was pivotal in deciding the top-four clash.

INDIGENOUS STARS LIGHT IT UP

Brisbane spearhead Dakota Davidson booted the first goal of the match before Crow Danielle Ponter and livewire Lion Courtney

Hodder jumped in on the act.

Ponter was the most dangerous forward on the ground, weaving her magic as she booted three majors and caused havoc for the Lions’ defence all day.

The 24-year-old Davidson has become one of the competition’s premier key forwards and her contested marking makes her a tough

matchup each and every week.

Hodder took a superb mark going back with the flight last week which is sure to be in the running for the Mark of the Year, and has a

knack of creating something out of nothing for the Lions.