Richmond v Hawthorn Preview, MCG

It’s all about Dustin Martin this week. The Tigers superstar will become the seventh
Richmond player to reach the 300-game milestone. After missing last week’s trip to Adelaide
– a rousing upset of the Crows – Martin will be given a hero’s reception at the MCG on
Saturday. The Tigers are finally starting to have relief on the injury front, with star forward
Tom Lynch to return for his first game since round four. After high-flying Sydney, Hawthorn
are arguably the in-form team of the competition. But after five wins from their last six starts,
the Hawks could find themselves on the end of a Martin-led Tigers ambush.

If you’re searching for thoughtful AFL Betting Tips before locking in your selection for a Richmond vs Hawthorn clash, it pays to look beyond recent form lines and dig into the head-to-head battles. The most recent meeting at the MCG saw Hawthorn secure a commanding 65-point win, extending a streak of strong performances over Richmond. Currently, Hawthorn is sitting near the top third of the ladder, demonstrating consistency with eight wins at the MCG from their last nine, while Richmond have remained unpredictable, unsettling strong teams one week but then struggling to back it up the week after.

When weighing up AFL tips and predictions, note Hawthorn’s high marks inside 50—that attacking style regularly translates to scoreboard pressure. On the Tigers side, Jacob Hopper has stepped up in the midfield, averaging more than 26 disposals this season, offering a slight spark in a tough stretch for Richmond. Models and analysts consistently favor Hawthorn to dominate, often projecting the Hawks to cover the line with total points likely under the predicted margin. As you weigh your AFL Betting Tips, studying these trends and the teams’ latest performances should help you approach the next Richmond vs Hawthorn clash with a clearer outlook.

TIP: Richmond by 23 points, Dustin Martin to kick three or more goals