Lightning delays Port Adelaide and St Kilda match at RSEA Park
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 31, 2026, 3:11 AM
Last updated Oct 31, 2026
A severe electrical storm has caused a delay in the clash between St Kilda and Port Adelaide at RSEA Park on October 31, 2026. The game reached halftime in relatively clear conditions, but the storm arrived shortly after players left the field. Port Adelaide was leading at the time of the interruption as they seek a crucial victory to improve their finals chances. The AFL has established strict delays for lightning strikes, which now include a mandatory 30-minute return-to-rooms period.
- •Port Adelaide vs St Kilda match delayed by lightning at RSEA Park.
- •Game reached halftime before extreme weather struck.
- •Port Adelaide held a small lead at the time of the delay.
- •AFL's new lightning guidelines enforce a 30-minute halt.
- 3:11 AMAFL — Power overload: Port's finals push on hold as lightning delays clash against Saints
"Extreme weather has swept across RSEA Park on Saturday afternoon
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