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The upcoming AFL clash between the St Kilda Saints and Hawthorn Hawks on May 28, 2026, promises to be a compelling encounter, given both teams’ recent performances and tactical strengths.
St Kilda enters the match with a solid record, securing victories in 3 of their last 5 games. Their recent form indicates an ability to effectively control the midfield and exert pressure on their opponents, though consistency remains key. With the home advantage, they will likely seek to leverage crowd support and their familiarity with the venue.
On the other hand, the Hawthorn Hawks have managed to clinch 2 wins from their recent matches, showcasing resilience but also facing challenges in maintaining momentum. Their attacking game has been notable, but defensive lapses could be exploited by a confident St Kilda side.
Bookmakers are favoring the Hawks slightly, placing them as 1.52 favorites, while the Saints sit at 2.55. According to model predictions, St Kilda has a 40.9% chance of winning compared to a 59.1% likelihood for the Hawks, suggesting a competitive fixture ahead. While Hawthorn may appear more favored, the Saints’ home ground advantage could play a crucial role. Overall, both teams will be eager to make a statement, and the match may well come down to execution on the day.
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| St Kilda 38.3% |
Hawthorn 61.7% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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2.35 | 1.5 | ||
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2.39 | 1.51 |
Latest Results
| 17.05.26 St Kilda Saints – Richmond Tigers – 109:73 09.05.26 Gold Coast Suns – St Kilda Saints – 89:60 02.05.26 Carlton Blues – St Kilda Saints – 69:108 25.04.26 St Kilda Saints – West Coast Eagles – 143:42 18.04.26 Adelaide Crows – St Kilda Saints – 103:102 |
21.05.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Adelaide Crows – 75:66 16.05.26 Melbourne Demons – Hawthorn Hawks – 120:81 07.05.26 Fremantle Dockers – Hawthorn Hawks – 88:73 30.04.26 Collingwood Magpies – Hawthorn Hawks – 93:93 24.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Gold Coast Suns – 112:63 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 05.07.25 St Kilda Saints – Hawthorn Hawks – 74:94 10.05.24 Hawthorn Hawks – St Kilda Saints – 58:53 29.07.23 Hawthorn Hawks – St Kilda Saints – 93:122 26.05.23 St Kilda Saints – Hawthorn Hawks – 78:88 30.07.22 St Kilda Saints – Hawthorn Hawks – 75:63 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Sydney Swans | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 1131:743 | 152.22 | 36 |
| 2 | Fremantle Dockers | 10 | 9 | 0 | 1 | 950:704 | 134.94 | 36 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 11 | 7 | 1 | 3 | 1058:958 | 110.44 | 30 |
| 4 | Geelong Cats | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 1030:834 | 123.50 | 28 |
| 5 | Gold Coast Suns | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 993:828 | 119.93 | 28 |
| 6 | Melbourne Demons | 10 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 1030:957 | 107.63 | 28 |
| 7 | Brisbane Lions | 10 | 6 | 0 | 4 | 1038:890 | 116.63 | 24 |
| 8 | Adelaide Crows | 11 | 6 | 0 | 5 | 982:910 | 107.91 | 24 |
| 9 | St Kilda Saints | 10 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 934:828 | 112.80 | 20 |
| 10 | Western Bulldogs | 10 | 5 | 0 | 5 | 856:933 | 91.75 | 20 |
| 11 | Collingwood Magpies | 10 | 4 | 1 | 5 | 809:816 | 99.14 | 18 |
| 12 | North Melbourne | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 926:958 | 96.66 | 16 |
| 13 | GWS Giants | 10 | 4 | 0 | 6 | 842:934 | 90.15 | 16 |
| 14 | Port Adelaide Power | 10 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 848:806 | 105.21 | 12 |
| 15 | West Coast Eagles | 10 | 3 | 0 | 7 | 712:1109 | 64.20 | 12 |
| 16 | Carlton Blues | 10 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 797:974 | 81.83 | 8 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 10 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 799:1132 | 70.58 | 4 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 10 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 657:1078 | 60.95 | 4 |
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