UTAS Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 16 AFL game between Hawthorn and North Melbourne. The game kicks off at 4:15 pm with Hawthorn heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Hawthorn vs. North Melbourne game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday June 28, 2025 at 4:15 pm

Where: UTAS Stadium

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Hawthorn vs North Melbourne Preview

With the finals race heating up, Hawthorn will look to keep its winning run alive when it takes on North Melbourne at UTAS Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Fresh off a bye, the Hawks are chasing a third consecutive victory after grinding out a narrow, low-scoring win over Adelaide. They’ll also take confidence from their dominant record in Launceston, where they’ve strung together eight straight wins in a venue that’s become a reliable stronghold.

North Melbourne, meanwhile, is starting to build momentum of its own. The Roos stunned Carlton with a spirited 11-point victory last week, led by a breakout performance from Tom Powell. It marked their third win in five games — their best run since 2021.

While North’s recent form is promising, history leans heavily in Hawthorn’s favour. The Hawks obliterated the Roos by 124 points in their last clash at this ground, with Jai Newcombe delivering a midfield clinic. A repeat of that dominance could see Sam Mitchell’s side continue its surge up the ladder.

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