Who is Dustin Martin?
Dustin Martin is a former Richmond AFL star who won three Norm Smith Medals, in 2017, 2019 and 2020, the only player to do so. He also won the Brownlow Medal in 2017 with a then-record 36 votes.
Martin was born in 1991 in Castlemaine, Victoria, and was drafted by Richmond with the third pick in the 2009 national draft. He became known for his powerful build, explosive running and fend-off, often called the don't argue.
His 2017 season is considered one of the greatest individual seasons in AFL history. He won the Brownlow Medal, the Norm Smith Medal, the Leigh Matthews Trophy as the players' choice for most valuable player, and Richmond's best and fairest award.
Three premierships
Martin was a key player in Richmond's premierships in 2017, 2019 and 2020. In each of those Grand Finals he was judged best on the ground, an unmatched achievement.
Martin was known for his distinctive tattoos, short answers to journalists and loyalty to Richmond, despite strong interest from other clubs.
He played more than 300 AFL games, all for Richmond, and his final match came in 2024. Martin is widely considered one of the greatest players of the modern era.
Did You Know?
Martin's fend-off has been featured on Richmond merchandise and in AFL highlights packages.