Details: Marvel Stadium, Thursday 2 July, 7:40pm (AEST)

Broadcast: Channel 7, Fox Footy, Kayo, AFL App

Live updates: Twitter, Instagram and the Carlton App

The game in focus: 

After another narrow victory last week, Carlton will once again have a tough task ahead of them as they take on St Kilda on Thursday night.

While the Blues will be looking to keep their winning streak alive, the Saints will be no easy feat as they also enter the game full of confidence after their impressive win over the Tigers in Round 4. 

The return of Harry McKay will undoubtedly be welcomed by his fellow forwards, while Zac Fisher will also add some all-important zip and speed to the Blues' midfield as well as in attack. 

With the Saints favouring a high-possession style of play so far this season, it will be important for the Blues to restrict the opposition's opportunities to control possession and use their fast rebound from the backline to score quickly. 

Last time we met:

Carlton fans won't forget the last time these two teams met in Round 22 of last year. 

The Blues overcame a 24-point deficit to record a memorable 10-point win in front of a bumper crowd of 51,786.

There was an even spread of contributors, with Marc Murphy (three Brownlow votes), Mitch McGovern and Harry McKay all important in helping the Blues steal the come-from-behind victory. 

Blue focus:

Sam Docherty has been nothing short of sensational since making his return from injury in Round 1. 

The co-captain last week recorded arguably his best performances to date, collecting 32 disposals, 10 contested possession and eight rebound 50s as he willed the Blues to a one-point victory over the Bombers. 

While Docherty's clean disposal and leadership in the backline has played a large role in Carlton's improvement over the last three weeks, this week will prove to be a challenge for the talented defender. 

With the return of St Kilda's captain Jarryd Geary this week, expect to see him match-up on Docherty as the opposition desperately try to quell the impact of the Carlton co-captain. 

Get excited about:

It's prime time, Bluebaggers. 

The Blues return to Thursday night football, kicking off the round for the first time since the season opener. 

It gives the chance for all Carlton supporters to tune in via free-to-air and watch as their beloved Blues fight for their third win in a row.