Attacker Kiera Austin believes the Melbourne Vixens can defy the doubters in their grand-final qualifier against the red-hot Adelaide Thunderbirds as they aim to overcome their late-season Super Netball slump.
Last year's premiers looked primed to earn a home major semi-final after sitting atop the ladder midway through the season, but their campaign dramatically derailed and the side lost four of their last five games, relinquishing top spot to Adelaide.
