MCG will play host to Monday's Round 3 AFL game between Hawthorn Hawks and Geelong Cats. The game kicks off at 3:20 pm with Geelong Cats heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Hawthorn Hawks vs. Geelong Cats game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Monday April 1, 2024 at 3:20 pm
Where: MCG
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Hawthorn Hawks vs Geelong Cats Odds
Hawthorn Hawks vs Geelong Cats Preview
As April begins, the Hawks and Cats clash for the 11th time on Easter Monday.
Hawthorn’s season hasn’t kicked off well, suffering a Round 1 loss to the Bombers followed by a demoralizing 55-point defeat to Melbourne.
Questions arose regarding Sam Mitchell’s tactics against Melbourne, diverting focus from their aggressive gameplay.
In contrast, the Cats remain undefeated, securing impressive wins against St Kilda and Adelaide. Tom Hawkins shone with four goals in their recent victory.
Geelong boasts a solid defense, ranking second in tackles, while Hawthorn grapples with injuries.
Although both teams face challenges, Geelong’s defensive prowess and Hawthorn’s defensive struggles suggest a challenging game for the Hawks.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Geelong Cats to win at $1.40 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Jeremy Cameron at $8.50.
Hawthorn Hawks vs Geelong Cats Teams
HAWKS
B: B.Hardwick, S.Frost, J.Scrimshaw
HB: M.D’Ambrosio, K.Amon, J.Sicily
C: J.Impey, C.Nash, C.Macdonald
HF: L.Breust, M.Chol, J.Worpel
F: J.Ginnivan, M.Lewis, D.Moore
FOLL: L.Meek, J.Newcombe, J.Ward
I/C: N.Watson, H.Morrison, C.Mackenzie, J.Weddle, H.Hustwaite
EMG: M.Ramsden, S.Butler, J.Serong
IN: L.Meek, H.Morrison, H.Hustwaite
OUT: F.Maginness (omitted), N.Reeves (omitted), J.Gunston (omitted)
CATS
B: T.Stewart, S.De Koning, J.Kolodjashnij
HB: Z.Guthrie, J.Henry, M.Blicavs
C: O.Henry, J.Clark, M.Holmes
HF: B.Close, T.Stengle, T.Hawkins
F: J.Cameron, G.Miers, O.Dempsey
FOLL: T.Conway, B.Parfitt, M.O’Connor
I/C: M.Duncan, T.Atkins, T.Bruhn, O.Mullin, J.Bowes
EMG: Z.Tuohy, R.Stanley, S.Mannagh
IN: T.Conway, M.Duncan, T.Atkins, T.Bruhn, J.Bowes
OUT: P.Dangerfield (hamstring), R.Stanley (managed), M.Knevitt (omitted), Z.Tuohy (managed), S.Mannagh (omitted)
