ENGIE Stadium welcomes GWS and Hawthorn for a do-or-die elimination final. The Giants carry momentum after three straight wins, while the Hawks lean on veteran forward Jack Gunston’s standout season. With both sides stacked with attacking weapons, a high-scoring battle is expected as September pressure takes hold.

When: Saturday September 6, 2025 at 3:15 pm

Where: ENGIE Stadium

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GWS GIANTS vs Hawthorn Preview

ENGIE Stadium plays host to the first elimination final as GWS face Hawthorn in a high-stakes clash. The Giants enter September in form, stringing together three straight wins, including a dominant 45-point victory over Gold Coast in Round 23. Their midfield remains their greatest strength, with Tom Green, Lachie Ash and Lachie Whitfield all among the league’s top ball-winners, while Finn Callaghan has averaged more than 28 disposals per game. Up forward, Aaron Cadman, Jesse Hogan and Toby Greene provide multiple avenues to goal, supported by the explosive Jake Stringer.

Hawthorn’s hopes rest heavily on veteran Jack Gunston, whose career-best 62-goal haul earned him All-Australian honours this season. However, the Hawks’ record at ENGIE Stadium is a concern, having lost their last eight appearances there.

With both teams boasting plenty of attacking power and the past six meetings all producing high totals, a free-flowing, high-scoring contest looks the most likely scenario.