AFL Finals 2025: Hawthorn defeats Adelaide in semifinal

Veteran Jack Gunston’s five goals and Jai Newcombe’s standout midfield performance led Hawthorn to a 34-point semi-final victory over Adelaide, securing a spot in the preliminary final against Geelong. The Crows, despite a rallying effort, became the first VFL/AFL minor premiers to exit finals in straight sets since 1983, finishing the match 14.17 (101) to 10.7 (67).

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