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As the Brisbane Lions prepare to host the Hawthorn Hawks on August 7, 2026, both teams enter the clash in commendable form. The Lions have displayed dominance, securing victory in all of their last five matches, showcasing a potent offense and a solid defensive unit. This consistency highlights their ability to adapt and overcome, making them formidable at home.
Conversely, the Hawks, with four wins in their last five outings, have proven their resilience and tactical ingenuity. Their recent performances suggest a balanced approach, blending strong ball movement with a disciplined defensive structure, which will challenge the Lions’ attack.
Bookmakers have placed the odds at 1.5 for a home win and 2.44 for an away victory, reflecting the Lions’ favorable position. Our model indicates a 62.1% probability of a home win and 37.9% probability for an away win, underscoring the Lions’ advantage but also highlighting the competitive nature of the matchup.
In conclusion, while Brisbane appears to be the favorites based on form and statistics, Hawthorn’s recent successes suggest they can present a viable challenge. As with any sporting event, unpredictable dynamics may influence the outcome, making a close contest likely.
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| Brisbane 59.7% |
Draw 2.7% |
Hawthorn 37.6% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.52 | 100.00 | 2.40 | ||
| 1.52 | 2.38 |
Latest Results
| 25.07.26 Brisbane Lions – Port Adelaide Power – 126:67 18.07.26 West Coast Eagles – Brisbane Lions – 69:93 12.07.26 Brisbane Lions – Essendon Bombers – 149:59 02.07.26 Geelong Cats – Brisbane Lions – 101:123 25.06.26 Brisbane Lions – Sydney Swans – 126:83 |
31.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – North Melbourne Kangaroos – 99:83 25.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 132:39 18.07.26 Richmond Tigers – Hawthorn Hawks – 52:122 11.07.26 Carlton Blues – Hawthorn Hawks – 39:103 03.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Melbourne Demons – 90:125 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 24.08.25 Brisbane Lions – Hawthorn Hawks – 89:79 24.05.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Brisbane Lions – 60:93 25.05.24 Hawthorn Hawks – Brisbane Lions – 100:75 09.06.23 Hawthorn Hawks – Brisbane Lions – 98:73 22.05.22 Hawthorn Hawks – Brisbane Lions – 117:112 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 20 | 18 | 0 | 2 | 1983:1346 | 147.33 | 72 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 20 | 15 | 0 | 5 | 2141:1653 | 129.52 | 60 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 20 | 14 | 1 | 5 | 2003:1619 | 123.72 | 58 |
| 4 | Brisbane Lions | 19 | 13 | 0 | 6 | 2042:1693 | 120.61 | 52 |
| 5 | Geelong Cats | 20 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 1980:1689 | 117.23 | 48 |
| 6 | Adelaide Crows | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1716:1509 | 113.72 | 48 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 19 | 12 | 0 | 7 | 1855:1721 | 107.79 | 48 |
| 8 | Western Bulldogs | 20 | 12 | 0 | 8 | 1634:1723 | 94.83 | 48 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 20 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 1716:1625 | 105.60 | 46 |
| 10 | St Kilda Saints | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1794:1720 | 104.30 | 36 |
| 11 | Carlton Blues | 19 | 9 | 0 | 10 | 1546:1674 | 92.35 | 36 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 19 | 8 | 0 | 11 | 1709:1739 | 98.27 | 32 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 20 | 8 | 0 | 12 | 1652:1850 | 89.30 | 32 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 19 | 7 | 0 | 12 | 1671:1762 | 94.84 | 28 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 19 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 1510:1579 | 95.63 | 24 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 19 | 4 | 0 | 15 | 1342:1914 | 70.11 | 16 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 19 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 1307:1999 | 65.38 | 8 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 19 | 2 | 0 | 17 | 1224:2010 | 60.90 | 8 |
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