Hawthorn vs Collingwood Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 22

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A blockbuster clash with significant finals implications kicks off the round as Hawthorn, clinging to the top eight, confronts a Collingwood side aiming to rebound from a loss and reclaim top spot.

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The prediction

Hawthorn (7th) were gallant in a 14-point loss to the ladder-leading Adelaide Crows in a Friday classic at Adelaide Oval. The contest was a dramatic, topsy-turvy affair where the Hawks started on fire with the first five goals of the match. However, their momentum was completely halted in a scoreless second quarter before they roared back to life with a six-goal third term to reclaim the lead, only to be overrun late in the final quarter.

Collingwood (2nd) is coming off a flat 27-point defeat to the Brisbane Lions at the MCG, a result that cost them top spot on the ladder. The Magpies were outmuscled in the critical third quarter, where Brisbane's midfield took control of the contest.

Hawthorn forward Jack Gunston was a shining light in the loss to Adelaide. His experience and accuracy were on full display as he booted four crucial goals, keeping the Hawks in the contest throughout the night.

Despite the team's struggles, Nick Daicos was a standout for the Magpies, finishing the match with an impressive 29 disposals and a goal.

Collingwood has won three out of the last five encounters, including a 51-point victory in their Round 12 clash this season.

The Hawks' season is on the line, while the Magpies must arrest a potential late-season slide. Collingwood's loss to Brisbane exposed a chink in their armour, while Hawthorn's courageous performance against the Crows proved they can match it with the competition's best when they click on all cylinders.

Hawthorn vs Collingwood tip: Total Match points over 162.5