Richmond's Dustin Martin has taken out the AFL Players' Association MVP of the Month for June after a strong patch of form over the past four weeks.
The Tiger received 31% of the players' votes, with Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield (20%) and Sydney skipper Josh Kennedy (15%) rounding out the top three.
Martin averaged 31.8 disposals, 6.5 marks, 6.5 inside 50s and 5.8 clearances, as well as kicking five goals between rounds 11-15, helping Richmond to a 3-1 record over the past month.
Tim Watson - one of the four past winners who nominate six players each month - told aflplayers.com.au that Martin could have a big say come finals time.
“Martin has taken his game to a new level this season. Not only is he one of the league’s most influential players but he consistently plays at an elite level,” Watson said.
“What’s just as impressive is his ability to perform when there is so much discussion about his playing future and that speaks volumes of his maturity.
“Richmond are a genuine finals contender and with a player like Martin there’s no reason why they can’t go deep into September.”
Martin joins Rory Sloane (March/April) and Josh Kelly (May) as the winners of the monthly award so far this season.
