Brisbane Lions vs Hawthorn Hawks Prediction: Battle for top four as Lions holds advantage

Brisbane Lions vs Hawthorn Hawks Prediction and Odds on the Match on August 24, 2025

Brisbane Lions and Hawthorn Hawks go all out for the final time in the regular season game in a mouth-watering Sunday clash and this one is set to go down to the wire. The two teams sit in the 4th and 5th spots in the league standings respectively as Lions tops with two points. Can the Hawthorn Hawks extend their brilliant performance with a win? In the next sections, we will look into full game preview alongside betting possibilities. 

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Brisbane Lions: Form and Statistics

Brisbane Lions kept their cool against the Fremantle Dockers to establish themselves in the fourth spot. In that encounter, this team was exceptional, losing only the second quarter which ended 21-14. Meanwhile, that win was their sixth in eight consecutive games, losing to Gold Coast Suns and Sydney Swans. However, with their playoff spot confirmed, this team will now look to finish the season on a positive note as they eye another title win after last season's triumph. 

Brisbane Lions: Team News and Lineup

Eric Hipwood will miss up to a month of action after picking up a calf injury. Meanwhile, Jarrod Berry had a dislocated shoulder in the win against Fremantle but Kai Lohmann is edging closer to a return. 

Brisbane Lions Team List

B: D.Zorko, D.Gardiner, R.Lester

HB: D.Wilmot, H.Andrews - C, B.Starcevich

C: J.Fletcher, H.McCluggage, B.Reville

HF: C.Cameron, S.Day, Z.Bailey

F: C.Rayner, L.Morris, C.Ah Chee

FOLL: D.Fort, J.Dunkley, W.Ashcroft

I/C: K.Lohmann, L.Ashcroft, L.Beecken, S.Marshall, T.Gallop, J.Tunstill, D.Joyce, O.McInerney

In: - K.Lohmann, T.Gallop, J.Tunstill, D.Joyce, O.McInerney

Out: - J.Berry (Injured), E.Hipwood (Injured)

Hawthorn Hawks: Form and Statistics

Hawthorn Hawks have been impressive in the final weeks of the season and will look to keep their cool again. The previous season, this team finished 7th place and with comparison with their performance last year, they have had a positive campaign. In the meantime, a win in this game could take them to the four place, displacing the Lions. The previous weekend, this team took on the Melbourne Demons and they pulled off a 92-56 win, extending their wins to four in five games having lost to Adelaide Crows. 

Hawthorn Hawks: Team News and Lineup

Hawthorn Hawks were fortunate with no injuries and Sam Mitchell come into this game with loads of options to pick from. Nick Watson was subbed out in the 3rd quarter, giving the retiring champion, Luke Breust, time to shine in the second half with nine disposals and a goal. 

Hawthorn Hawks Team List

B: J.Battle, T.Barrass, B.Hardwick

HB: J.Impey, J.Sicily - C, J.Scrimshaw

C: K.Amon, J.Worpel, D.Moore

HF: M.D’Ambrosio, M.Chol, N.Watson

F: J.Gunston, M.Lewis, C.Macdonald

FOLL: L.Meek, J.Newcombe, J.Ward

I/C: C.Jiath, C.Nash, J.Ginnivan, C.Dear, L.Breust, C.Mackenzie, S.Butler, N.Reeves

In: - C.Mackenzie, S.Butler, N.Reeves

Out: - NIL

Brisbane Lions vs Hawthorn Hawks Head-Head Statistics

Hawthorn Hawks and Brisbane Lions recent meetings have been favourable to the Hawks. In their last five games, only the last meeting ended in the Lions' favour. 

Brisbane Lions vs Hawthorn Hawks Betting Tips & Odds

• Hawthorn Hawks had five consecutive victories prior to their last meeting in May. While they come into this game as underdogs, they have a good chance of winning with odds at 2.20.
• Only one of the last five meetings between Brisbane Lions and Hawthorn Hawks have ended with less than 160 points. A high scoring encounter can be expected in this fixture with over 164.5 at 1.60.
• The Brisbane Lions have struggled in recent times in this fixture since 2020. However, with a win in May’s fixture, the Brisbane Lions will look to secure consecutive wins for the first time since 2019 with odds at 1.60 on 1Xbet.

Brisbane Lions vs Hawthorn Hawks Match Prediction 24 August 2025

The Hawthorn Hawks have been a menace in the Australian Football League this season and Brisbane Lions have been a long time prey. While the Brisbane Lions seem to have improved their game this season, I still do not see them have an easy job at home. Looking at the two teams' quality, I believe the Hawthorn Hawks will go head to head. Therefore, with the Hawks' transition ability with the ball and defending opposition inside-50 entries, I believe they will be able to pull off an upset. Also, with the two teams expected to go all out for a win, a bet on points is a good option with a lot of offensive play expected. 

Our match prediction is +14.5 handicap for the Hawthorn Hawks with odds at 1.61 on 1Xbet. 

Our betting tip is over 168.5 points with odds at 1.89 on Bet365. 

Our final match prediction is a win for the Hawthorn Hawks with odds at 2.30.