AFL Grand Final Series Wrap 

The stage is set for the 2025 AFL Grand Final, after a thrilling weekend of preliminary finals saw Geelong overpower Hawthorn on Friday night and Brisbane out-muscled Collingwood on Saturday. Both sides now head to the MCG chasing premiership glory.

Geelong booked their Grand Final spot with a convincing 30-point win over Hawthorn on Friday night at the MCG, posting 17.13 (115) to 13.7 (85). Geelong were tested early, but Patrick Dangerfield turned back the clock with a vintage captain’s performance, dominating clearances, racking up disposals, and kicking goals when it mattered most. Bailey Smith also stood out, helping the Cats embed control across the midfield. Hawthorn showed flashes, particularly in the opening quarter, but couldn’t match Geelong’s intensity after half-time. The win was bittersweet though, with key defender Tom Stewart ruled out with concussion, leaving a gap for the Cats to fill heading into the decider.

On Saturday, Brisbane defeated Collingwood by 29 points to secure another Grand Final berth, continuing their streak of September dominance. The Lions stamped their authority with strong physicality, depth through the midfield, and relentless defensive pressure that Collingwood couldn’t overcome. A costly injury blow came for the Magpies early, with veteran Scott Pendlebury forced from the game, which unsettled their structure. Brisbane’s youth stood up, players like Will Ashcroft stepped up under pressure, ensuring the Lions closed out the match decisively. Their win sets up a much-anticipated Grand Final clash with the Cats, where experience, fitness, and momentum will all be on the line.

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