GWS vs Hawthorn AFL | Head to Head, Tips, Odds & Predictions

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GWS vs Hawthorn AFL Tips & Predictions

Welcome to BettingPro’s evergreen hub for GWS vs Hawthorn AFL — every head-to-head meeting since 2023, current 2026 form, betting angles, and where to watch. Since 2023 the sides have met 8 times, all-square at 4-4. Also searched as Hawthorn vs GWS, Giants vs Hawks, and Hawks vs Giants. For weekly AFL coverage, head to our AFL tips hub or AFL round-by-round predictions.

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GWS vs Hawthorn — 2026 Form Snapshot

2026 Snapshot GWS Hawthorn
2026 record 5-9 (14 played) 10-4-1 (15 played)
Points for / against 1196 / 1284 (-88) 1457 / 1281 (+176)
Last 5 (most recent first) LLLWL WWLWW
Last result R16 vs Hawthorn · 82-96 (↓ L) R16 vs GWS · 96-82 (↑ W)

 

When do GWS and Hawthorn next play? Bookmark this page — we’ll surface the next meeting here as soon as the draw confirms it. For this week’s tips across the AFL, see AFL round-by-round predictions, or the AFL match predictions index for other team-by-team H2Hs.

GWS vs Hawthorn Head to Head (since 2023)

Played GWS wins Hawthorn wins Draws Avg score Current streak
8 4 4 0 85–86 Hawthorn · 1

 

Last 8 GWS vs Hawthorn Meetings

Round Home Score Away Result Venue
Round 16 2026 Hawthorn 96 – 82 Greater Western Sydney Hawthorn by 14 MCG
Opening Round 2026 Greater Western Sydney 122 – 95 Hawthorn GWS by 27 Sydney Showground
Finals Week 1 2025 Greater Western Sydney 88 – 107 Hawthorn Hawthorn by 19 Sydney Showground
Round 3 2025 Hawthorn 76 – 64 Greater Western Sydney Hawthorn by 12 York Park
Round 21 2024 Greater Western Sydney 84 – 82 Hawthorn GWS by 2 Manuka Oval
Round 13 2024 Hawthorn 85 – 79 Greater Western Sydney Hawthorn by 6 York Park
Round 17 2023 Greater Western Sydney 85 – 72 Hawthorn GWS by 13 Sydney Showground
Round 5 2023 Greater Western Sydney 77 – 75 Hawthorn GWS by 2 Norwood Oval

 

GWS vs Hawthorn Recent Trends

  • Last 5 meetings: GWS 2, Hawthorn 3.
  • Average winning margin: 11.9 points across the 8-match sample since 2023.
  • Biggest result: GWS by 27 (Greater Western Sydney 122–95 Hawthorn, Opening Round 2026).
  • Both teams 80+: 4 of 8 meetings (50%) saw both sides post 80 or more.
  • Home-team win rate: 88% of meetings since 2023 — useful context for line markets.

Venue, Tickets & How to Watch GWS vs Hawthorn

The GWS Giants play home matches at ENGIE Stadium. The Hawthorn Hawks are based at the MCG and UTAS Stadium. Home-ground advantage matters — note the 88% home-team win rate in this fixture’s recent history.

How to watch: Every AFL match is broadcast live in Australia. GWS vs Hawthorn is typically carried by Channel 7 (selected matches free-to-air), Fox Footy (every game live and ad-free during play) and Kayo Sports (the standard streaming option for AFL live streams). Tickets are sold via Ticketek or Ticketmaster depending on venue.

Players to Watch — GWS vs Hawthorn

Form players and key matchups change week-to-week. For the latest 2026 leaderboards (goals, disposals, contested possessions, Brownlow form) and current team lists for this fixture, see our weekly AFL round-by-round predictions, where each fixture preview includes player news, lineups and key matchups.

GWS vs Hawthorn Betting Angles

Three angles that hold up across the 8-meeting series since 2023:

  • Lean home team on the line. The host has won 88% of meetings in this fixture — meaningful tilt when assessing the spread.
  • Totals context. Both teams have posted 80+ in 4 of 8 games — useful when looking at over/under and total points markets.
  • Same Game Multi value. When the fixture lands, our weekly preview drops first goalkicker, anytime goalkicker and disposal-line angles. Build them via a same game multi for stronger payouts.

When this fixture is scheduled, we’ll publish a dedicated tip in AFL round-by-round predictions. For ongoing market value, our AFL multi-bet tips page is refreshed weekly.

GWS vs Hawthorn FAQs

Who has won more GWS vs Hawthorn matches?
Since 2023 the series is level at 4-4. Average scoreline: GWS 85 – Hawthorn 86.

What was the biggest GWS vs Hawthorn result?
GWS by 27 points (Greater Western Sydney 122–95 Hawthorn, Opening Round 2026).

How often do GWS and Hawthorn play each year?
GWS and Hawthorn meet at least once during the AFL home-and-away season (Rounds 0–23), and on rare occasions twice when the fixture draws them together for a second time. A finals meeting is possible whenever both sides qualify — September matchups are the most-watched fixtures of the year.

When do GWS and Hawthorn next play?
This page is updated as soon as the next fixture is confirmed. See AFL round-by-round predictions for this week’s slate.

Where do GWS and Hawthorn play their home matches?
The GWS Giants play home matches at ENGIE Stadium. The Hawthorn Hawks are based at the MCG and UTAS Stadium.

Where can I bet on GWS vs Hawthorn?
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