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As the Melbourne Demons prepare to host the Hawthorn Hawks on May 16, 2026, fans can expect an intriguing clash in the AFL. Both teams enter the contest with identical recent forms, having each secured victories in three of their last five matches. However, the bookmakers have the Hawks as clear favorites, reflecting their strong away odds at 1.3, compared to the Demons’ odds of 3.6.
Tactically, Melbourne’s gameplay has demonstrated resilience, often capitalizing on home-field advantages to bolster their confidence and performance. Their ability to control the pace of the game, particularly in midfield, will be essential if they are to exploit any weaknesses in Hawthorn’s defense. Conversely, the Hawks have shown a potent attacking strategy, with effective transitions from defense to offense that can catch opponents off guard.
Despite the statistical edge favoring Hawthorn—model predictions suggest a 72.4% probability of an away victory versus a 27.6% chance for the Demons—the unpredictable nature of AFL often brings surprises. As both teams eye critical points for their season, this match promises to deliver quality action, with the possibility for either side to seize the day. As always in sports, outcomes remain uncertain, setting the stage for an exciting encounter.
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| Melbourne 27.7% |
Hawthorn 72.3% |
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Betting Odds
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3.2 | 1.3 |
Latest Results
| 03.05.26 Sydney Swans – Melbourne Demons – 131:114 24.04.26 Richmond Tigers – Melbourne Demons – 72:126 19.04.26 Melbourne Demons – Brisbane Lions – 104:102 10.04.26 Essendon Bombers – Melbourne Demons – 113:68 05.04.26 Melbourne Demons – Gold Coast Suns – 109:89 |
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 18.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Port Adelaide Power – 89:86 11.04.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Western Bulldogs – 104:64 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 16.08.25 Hawthorn Hawks – Melbourne Demons – 92:56 09.05.25 Melbourne Demons – Hawthorn Hawks – 56:91 23.03.24 Hawthorn Hawks – Melbourne Demons – 38:93 20.08.23 Melbourne Demons – Hawthorn Hawks – 87:60 13.05.23 Hawthorn Hawks – Melbourne Demons – 49:103 |
Standings
2026
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Sydney Swans | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 1050:668 | 157.19 | 32 |
| 2 | Fremantle Dockers | 9 | 8 | 0 | 1 | 846:643 | 131.57 | 32 |
| 3 | Hawthorn Hawks | 9 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 902:772 | 116.84 | 26 |
| 4 | Brisbane Lions | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 962:773 | 124.45 | 24 |
| 5 | Geelong Cats | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 913:758 | 120.45 | 24 |
| 6 | Gold Coast Suns | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 895:755 | 118.54 | 24 |
| 7 | Melbourne Demons | 8 | 5 | 0 | 3 | 811:809 | 100.25 | 20 |
| 8 | Western Bulldogs | 9 | 5 | 0 | 4 | 794:859 | 92.43 | 20 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 9 | 4 | 1 | 4 | 734:735 | 99.86 | 18 |
| 10 | St Kilda Saints | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 825:755 | 109.27 | 16 |
| 11 | North Melbourne | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 861:825 | 104.36 | 16 |
| 12 | Adelaide Crows | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 685:709 | 96.61 | 16 |
| 13 | GWS Giants | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 771:846 | 91.13 | 16 |
| 14 | Port Adelaide Power | 9 | 3 | 0 | 6 | 775:708 | 109.46 | 12 |
| 15 | West Coast Eagles | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 557:939 | 59.32 | 8 |
| 16 | Carlton Blues | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 723:912 | 79.28 | 4 |
| 17 | Essendon Bombers | 9 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 738:1028 | 71.79 | 4 |
| 18 | Richmond Tigers | 8 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 523:871 | 60.05 | 4 |
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