MCG will play host to Sunday's Round 8 AFL game between Hawthorn Hawks and Richmond Tigers. The game kicks off at 3:20 pm with Hawthorn Hawks heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Hawthorn Hawks vs. Richmond Tigers game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Sunday May 4, 2025 at 3:20 pm

Where: MCG

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Hawthorn and Richmond will meet at the MCG on Sunday afternoon, with both teams at opposite ends of the AFL ladder. The Hawks have surged to a 5-2 record in 2025, securing a dominant 124-74 win over West Coast last weekend. Jack Gunston has been a standout, with four goals in that victory taking his tally to 17 from just five games this season. In contrast, Richmond is struggling, having fallen to 2-5 after an 83-63 loss to Melbourne in Round 7. The Tigers have now lost 12 of their last 13 matches at the MCG, with an average margin of defeat of 41.5 points. Richmond also suffered two heavy defeats to Hawthorn last year, going down 97-49 in Round 14 and 131-68 in Round 23. Jai Newcombe was instrumental in those victories, averaging 29.5 disposals and kicking a goal in each.