Hawthorn Hawks vs Brisbane Lions: Prediction for the match on 24 May 2025

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

It is round eleven of the Australian Football League and one of the fixtures will see Hawthorn Hawks take on Brisbane Lions at Melbourne Cricket Ground. The two teams head into this game seeking redemption following a defeat in their last league game. How will this game unfold? Below, I will preview this game and offer best betting opportunities. 

Hawthorn Hawks: Form and Statistics

The Hawthorn Hawks saw their run of victories come to an end against the Gold Coast Titans the previous weekend, and as favourites in this one, they will be full of confidence to get back on track. In that encounter, the Hawthorn Hawks started slow, going behind by 32-12 at the end of first quarter, and despite winning the second and third quarters, it was not enough to see them overturn the deficit. In the meantime, prior encounters saw this team defeat Melbourne Demons, Richmond Tigers and West Coast Eagles. The Hawthorn Hawks head into this game seated top four in the standings with 28 points. 

Hawthorn Hawks Team News

Jack Gunston, Loyd Nash, and Jarman Impey are the players expected to be available for this week eleven contest. Also, following a four-game suspension, Conor Nash is expected to be available as interchange for this game. 

Hawthorn Hawks Team List

B: J.Battle, T.Barrass, J.Sicily - C

HB: K.Amon, B.Hardwick, M.D’Ambrosio

C: J.Impey, J.Ward, H.Morrison

HF: J.Weddle, N.Watson, D.Moore

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

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

Interchange: C.Jiath, J.Ginnivan, C.Nash, J.Scrimshaw, C.Mackenzie

Emergency: F.Maginness, B.Macdonald, C.Dear

In: - J.Impey, J.Gunston, L.Meek, C.Nash

Out: - N.Reeves (Injured), B.Macdonald (Omitted), F.Maginness (Managed), C.Dear (Omitted)

Brisbane Lions: Form and Statistics

The Brisbane Lions have changed from the team we saw in the beginning of the season and recent performances have shown a lot of defensive and attacking weaknesses. The previous time out, this team lost to the Melbourne Demons, their third game without winning in the last five. However, Brisbane Lions have been impressive away from home with an unbeaten run of eight games, winning seven. This season, the Brisbane Lions have accumulated 30 points after ten matches, the second most by any side, two points adrift of first-placed Collingwood Magpies. 

Brisbane Lions Team News

Jarrod Berry has passed concussion protocol and has been named on the interchange for Brisbane.

Brisbane Lions Team List

B: D.Zorko, J.Payne, R.Lester

HB: N.Answerth, H.Andrews - C, D.Wilmot

C: J.Fletcher, H.McCluggage, Z.Bailey

HF: C.Cameron, E.Hipwood, W.Ashcroft

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

FOLL: D.Fort, J.Dunkley, L.Neale

Interchange: K.Lohmann, D.Robertson, J.Berry, L.Ashcroft, D.Gardiner

Emergency: S.Marshall, T.Gallop, O.McInerney

In: D.Robertson, J.Berry

Out: K.Coleman (Managed), C.McKenna (Omitted)

Hawthorn Hawks vs Brisbane Lions Head-Head Statistics

Since 2018, Hawthorn Hawks and Brisbane Lions have met ten times. In those matches, Hawthorn Hawks won the last five, while the Brisbane Lions won the remaining five. In their most recent meeting, Hawthorn Hawks won by 25 points in a 100-75 contest. 

North Melbourne Kangaroos vs Collingwood Magpies Betting Tips & Odds

• Hawthorn Hawks have won the last five meetings of this fixture and come into this game as favourites. A win for the home side is available on Bet365 with odds at 1.50.
• The last four meetings between the Hawthorn Hawks and Brisbane Lions have ended with at least 160 points. Over 162.5 points is available on 1Xbet bookmaker with odds at 1.49.
• The Hawthorn Hawks have not scored less than 90 points in the last five meetings of this fixture. Over 91.5 points is available for the home team on Betway with odds at 1.85.
• The Brisbane Lions have been the better team this season with 30 points. Away from home, they have not lost any recent encounters. A win for the Lions is available on Betway with odds at 2.60.

Hawthorn Hawks vs Brisbane Lions Match Prediction 24 May 2025

It is disappointing to see how poor the Brisbane Lions have struggled in recent games and they will need to do better here. While they come away from home in this fixture, I feel they might pose some problems with the level of performances they have displayed this season. On the other hand, the Hawthorn Hawks have stepped up so much, but with the way they are playing, I feel they might be focusing more on the offensive play. In the meantime, the Hawthorn Hawks are also favoured, and with consecutive wins in this game since 2020, it is difficult to imagine them losing again. Yet, I am confident the Brisbane Lions have a chance to get within the line in this fixture, as they look to get back to their early form. 

Our match prediction is handicap W2(+17.5) with odds at 1.70 on 1Xbet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip is over 172.5 points with odds at 1.89 on Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final match prediction is Brisbane Lions over 79.5 points with odds at 1.90 on Betway bookmaker.