ST KILDA’S rivalry with Adelaide tends to bring back memories of one fateful game 16 years ago.

No St Kilda fan above a certain age would need any reminding that Adelaide was the team that stopped a St Kilda winning streak of nine on the final Saturday in September, 1997.

The Saints had led the Crows at half-time of the 1997 Grand Final and looked set for their second ever premiership but lost after a spirited fight-back from Malcolm Blight’s men.

While that game is the most significant clash between the two clubs, there are several other meetings that St Kilda fans may remember more fondly.

The 2005 Qualifying Final remains one of the most inspiring St Kilda victories of the modern era.

Faced with a tough task against the minor premiers on their home turf, the Saints looked to be in trouble in the early stages of the match with just the one goal from their only scoring shot of the first quarter.

But a five goal to none second quarter gave them the lead at the half-time break and they never looked back.

Second gamer James Gwilt kicked two goals from 18 touches, while Nick Dal Santo was dominant in the middle.

But the night belonged to evergreen veteran Robert Harvey who had 31 touches and kicked three goals just two weeks after celebrating his 34^th birthday.

The image of Harvey raising his arms in triumph before being embraced by Leigh Montagna at the final siren is one that will linger for years to come.

Not usually known as a pleasant destination for visiting teams, AAMI Stadium has actually provided a couple of memorable moments for Saints fans over the years.

St Kilda’s first game at the venue was a 51-point win over the Crows in round 22, 1991.

Tony Lockett booted 10 goals, including his 100^th for the season in what was just his 14^th game for the year.

14 years before his Qualifying Final heroics, Harvey was also instrumental in his first game in Adelaide, gaining 32 touches while Nicky Winmar had 31.