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As the Hawthorn Hawks prepare to host the Western Bulldogs on April 11, 2026, both teams bring compelling narratives to the match-up. The Hawks have shown resilience in their last three outings, clinching victory in two of those contests. Their recent form indicates a return to solid performances at both ends of the ground, with a focus on tightening their defense while leveraging counter-attacking opportunities.
Conversely, the Western Bulldogs arrive with impressive momentum, having triumphed in their last three matches. Their tactical prowess lies in a cohesive midfield and an ability to generate scoring opportunities, making them formidable opponents. The Bulldogs’ cohesive ball movement and fluid forward structure will test Hawthorn’s defense extensively.
Bookmakers have placed the odds at 2.15 for the Hawks and 1.72 for the Bulldogs, reflecting the visitors’ stronger recent form. While the Hawks will enjoy home ground advantage, the Bulldogs’ winning streak could prove pivotal. In this clash, tactical execution and adaptability in-game will be crucial. Both teams carry the potential for victory, setting the stage for an exciting contest devoid of guaranteed outcomes.
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| Hawthorn 45.2% |
Western 54.8% |
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Betting Odds
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2 | 1.7 |
Latest Results
| 19.03.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Sydney Swans – 99:82 13.03.26 Essendon Bombers – Hawthorn Hawks – 83:145 07.03.26 Greater Western Sydney Giants – Hawthorn Hawks – 122:95 19.09.25 Geelong Cats – Hawthorn Hawks – 115:85 12.09.25 Adelaide Crows – Hawthorn Hawks – 67:101 |
20.03.26 Adelaide Crows – Western Bulldogs – 88:94 13.03.26 Western Bulldogs – Greater Western Sydney Giants – 134:53 07.03.26 Brisbane Lions – Western Bulldogs – 106:111 24.08.25 Western Bulldogs – Fremantle Dockers – 97:112 17.08.25 Western Bulldogs – West Coast Eagles – 126:32 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 05.06.25 Western Bulldogs – Hawthorn Hawks – 59:81 27.02.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Western Bulldogs – 66:77 06.09.24 Western Bulldogs – Hawthorn Hawks – 62:99 05.05.24 Western Bulldogs – Hawthorn Hawks – 91:98 02.03.24 Hawthorn Hawks – Western Bulldogs – 62:119 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Gold Coast Suns | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 384:201 | 191.04 | 12 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 481:263 | 182.89 | 12 |
| 3 | Western Bulldogs | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 339:247 | 137.25 | 12 |
| 4 | Fremantle Dockers | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 399:299 | 133.44 | 12 |
| 5 | North Melbourne | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 384:333 | 115.32 | 12 |
| 6 | Hawthorn Hawks | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 339:287 | 118.12 | 8 |
| 7 | Port Adelaide Power | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 380:323 | 117.65 | 8 |
| 8 | Brisbane Lions | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 398:360 | 110.56 | 8 |
| 9 | Melbourne Demons | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 290:302 | 96.03 | 8 |
| 10 | Collingwood Magpies | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 309:332 | 93.07 | 8 |
| 11 | Geelong Cats | 3 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 247:285 | 86.67 | 8 |
| 12 | West Coast Eagles | 4 | 2 | 0 | 2 | 310:478 | 64.85 | 8 |
| 13 | Adelaide Crows | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 317:319 | 99.37 | 4 |
| 14 | St Kilda Saints | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 331:385 | 85.97 | 4 |
| 15 | Carlton Blues | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 307:399 | 76.94 | 4 |
| 16 | GWS Giants | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 303:394 | 76.90 | 4 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 222:359 | 61.84 | 0 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 4 | 0 | 0 | 4 | 222:396 | 56.06 | 0 |
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