St Kilda has finalised its team to face Essendon at Windy Hill on Sunday.

The Saints have made two changes to the side that took on Hawthorn in Round 4, highlighted by the return of Nic Stevens to the backline. 

Rene Caris has also been named for her first game in the 2025 season in which will also be her 25th AFLW appearance.

Exiting the side will be Ella Friend (concussion) and Zoe Besanko (omitted).

Jesse Wardlaw will play her 75th AFL game against the Bombers, while Bec Ott will make her 25th appearance, similarly to Caris.

Serene Watson will play her 25th game in St Kilda colours after crossing over from the Gold Coast Suns prior to the 2023 season.