Hawthorn vs Richmond Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 8

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Two sides heading in opposite directions clash when Hawthorn meet Richmond.

Kick-off date/time: Sunday 4th May, 2025: UK – 6:20am / Local – 3:20pm / US ET – 1:20am / Saturday 3rd May, US PT – 10:20pm

How to watch on TV: UK – TNT Sports / US – Some matches are televised on Fox Sports channels

How to watch online: UK – discovery+ & Watch AFL / US – Watch AFL

The prediction

The Hawthorn Hawks stopped their two-match losing streak with a convincing 50-point victory against the hapless West Coast Eagles last week. Off the back of tough losses to Port Adelaide and Geelong it was a welcome return to form for Sam Mitchell‘s men.

Jack Gunston continues to impress in front of goals after bagging three more against the Eagles he will have the opportunity to add to that tally against the Tigers.

The Richmond Tigers followed up their surprising win against the Gold Coast Suns with a very flat effort against the Melbourne Demons. With just two wins from their seven matches so far, they currently sit in 16th position on the ladder. Scoring has been the main concern for the Tigers. They are averaging just 69 points per match whilst conceding over 103.

This could be a tough afternoon for the Tigers, and we think that Hawthorn are a good bet for a convincing win.

Hawthorn vs Richmond tip:Hawthorn to win by 40+ points