Port Adelaide v Hawthorn AFL R5 betting tips | April 13, 2025

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Port Adelaide vs Hawthorn match preview

The 2025 AFL Gather Round wraps up with a blockbuster clash between the undefeated Hawthorn and the struggling Power at Adelaide Oval this Sunday night.

In a highly anticipated rematch of last year’s semi-final thriller, top AFL bookies have the Hawks as favourites at $1.42. Port Adelaide are at $2.85, while the line is set at 15.5 points.

Ken Hinkley’s side continued their poor start to the season last Sunday, falling to St Kilda by 17 points at home. After conceding six goals in the opening term, Port never recovered, as they struggled to make the most of their dominant field position.

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As a result, the Power have slumped to 1-3, with their only win coming over the 2024 wooden-spooners, Richmond. If they are going to turn their season around, Port will need to produce an upset this week.

Hawthorn had the bye last weekend, but with an unbeaten record that includes wins over Sydney and GWS, they are the premiership favourite at $5.50 with top Australian betting sites.

The Hawks have an imposing defence following the offseason signings of Tom Barrass and Josh Battle, while they arguably have the strongest small-forward group in the AFL. However, they have lost their last three meetings with Port Adelaide, which is something to consider in this game.

Port Adelaide vs Hawthorn team news

Small forward Darcy Byrne-Jones is the only confirmed change for Port Adelaide as he serves a one-week suspension. Veteran Travis Boak looms as the likely inclusion after being rested last Sunday.

Hawthorn have been dealt the major blow with star midfielder Will Day sidelined for up to four months due to a foot injury. However, they are set to welcome back James Worpel for his first game of the season after recovering from an ankle injury.

Port Adelaide vs Hawthorn prediction

Out for revenge after their last trip to Adelaide Oval, expect Hawthorn to continue their dominant form. Watch for their key defenders to feast on Port’s poor ball use, while the small-forward pack will be tough to stop. At $1.90 with major sports bookmakers, back the Hawks to cover the line of 15.5 points.

Hawthorn small forward Nick Watson has been excellent to start the season, booting six goals in his four games so far. Coming off a career-high 21 disposals in his last game, the second-year player is improving at a drastic rate and is a constant threat around goal. Watson kicked three majors when these sides last met, so back him to have another strong performance with two or more goals at $1.95 with Bet365.

Flying under the radar, Port Adelaide defender Miles Bergman is putting together a strong season. The 23-year-old has collected 26 disposals in each of the last two weeks, and at $3.65 with Unibet, he offers great value to have 25 or more again.

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