The Brisbane Lions are on a three-match winning streak, coming away comfortable victors over the Hawthorn Hawks in Launceston.
Final score
Hawthorn Hawks 9.11.65
Brisbane Lions 15.8.98
The Hawthorn Hawks welcome the Brisbane Lions down to Launceston in a game where Alastair Clarkson’s men will be looking for a percentage-booster to improve their finals chances. Join The Roar for live scores and a blog of the match, starting from 1:45pm (AEST).
The Hawks were superb against the Western Bulldogs last week, especially in the second half. They just completely blew them away and proved too much for an outfit that had looked really solid in the matches leading up to that particular one.
Luke Breust was the standout kicking six majors as he continued his terrific season. Jack Gunston and Jarryd Roughead also chipped in with four goals each.
It was such an even performance from Hawthorn with a number of contributors.
It is a great time of the season to hit some form. There are so many teams just hovering around a finals spot, so if there’s a time of the season you want to be chalking up some wins, it is now.
If the Hawks were to get themselves a finals spot they would be a big threat. Despite losing several key members in the last couple of years, they still have so much finals experience, and that’s invaluable.
In team news for the Hawks this week, Jonathan O’Rourke (Injured) and Ben McEvoy (Injured) make way for Brendan Whitecross and Tim O’Brien.
As for the Lions, they really did put the Carlton Blues to the sword. Brisbane made a team that was around the same mark on the ladder as them look miles off what they were.
I think if Chris Fagan was honest the Lions should have a few more wins next to their name. They have talent and some good youth coming through, but the reality is they are better than what they have shown for majority of the season.
Eric Hipwood was superb last week kicking six majors, and he will be looking to recapture that form ahead of the Hawks this week. Dayne Beams looks a seriously good player at this moment. He reeled in 40 disposals and completely exposed Carlton for what they are.
In team news for the Lions this week, they go into the match unchanged.
Prediction
Brisbane at times this season have shown us how good they can be, but the reality is they just aren’t consistent enough for the time being, which ultimately leaves me no choice but to tip Hawthorn.
Hawthorn by 31.
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Angela
Guest
You beauty...!
Doctor Rotcod
Guest
Haven't the Hawks won 21 of 23 in Tassie? Hadn't the Lions won 1? Great applecart to upset. Great win the Lions. And what's with the goalless last quarter by Hawthorn? Perhaps Peppsy,andy12 or NYHawk can enlighten us?
Neil from Warrandyte
Roar Rookie
The dam wall had to eventually break- their percentage would’ve suggested that.
Aligee
Roar Rookie
Well, well, well it appears maybe the worm has turned up in Brisbane town.
Peter the Scribe
Roar Guru
I was another totally wrong about this game, since when did Hawthorn become Brisbanes bunnies? Since when did Hawthorn become anyone's bunnies? While Bolton flounders, Fagan thrives. Seems the Lions got the right ex Hawk assistant.
XI
Roar Guru
Well played Lions. Been a great few weeks of football.
Bruce
Guest
Well done boys! Loving the kids, all of them are stepping up and dragging the senior players with them. So so proud for the whole years effort
Luke S
Guest
Well played Lions! 3 wins in a row - been a while since that's happened! 2 wins on the road and they've both been long trips! Looking good for the long suffering supporters, moving forward!! Thanks for the call Lachlan :)
peter chrisp
Guest
A brilliant result 4 memory they hammered the Hawkers the first game
Doc Disnick
Roar Guru
I'll humbly eat my words. I did not think Brisbane had a chance of winning this from what I saw of the Hawks last week. Saying that, fabulous win and great to see. This team is showing significant signs of progress and is an excellent example of what happens when positive attacking football is encouraged.
Lachlan Ballingall
Roar Guru
Cheers for joining me today everyone. I hope you enjoyed the call!
Luke S
Guest
Their first score of the quarter, I think
Liam Salter
Roar Guru
That was fabulous from Brisbane. I'd be afraid if I were Adelaide.
Lachlan Ballingall
Roar Guru
What did you make of that, Roarers?
Lachlan Ballingall
Roar Guru
Full Time A massive win for the Brisbane Lions against the Hawthorn Hawks down in Launceston. There were times when Hawthorn looked as if they may run away with it, but the Lions kept persevering and the youngsters got them the win.
Hawthorn Hawks : 9.11 (65) Brisbane Lions: 15.8 (98)
Lachlan Ballingall
Roar Guru
Happy I was wrong. Certainly helps my team.
Luke S
Guest
Lions, of course
Lachlan Ballingall
Roar Guru
Behind 00.48 - Minor for the Hawks.
Hawthorn Hawks : 9.11 (65) Brisbane Lions: 15.8 (98)
Luke S
Guest
So Hawthorn by 31 points eh? GO LIONS! ( I tip them every week)!
User
Roar Rookie
Hawks easy run isn't that easy, McEvoy injury is massive, his relationship with Mitchell has been imperative for hawthorn this season. Well done brissy, love Rafa hipwood favourite young player outside my club.