Brisbane vs Essendon Prediction and Tips - AFL Round 12, 2025
Last updated: May 29, 2025, 9:33AM | Published: May 25, 2025, 9:40PM
Brisbane will face Essendon in AFL Round 12 action at The Gabba on Thursday, starting at 7:30pm AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Brisbane vs Essendon game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Brisbane vs Essendon AFL match 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Lions a 93% chance of defeating the Bombers at The Gabba.
Brisbane vs Essendon: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds for Thursday's AFL clash at The Gabba are shown below:
- Head to Head: Brisbane $1.06, Essendon $10.50
- Line: Brisbane -44.5 ($1.91), Essendon +44.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 169.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has Brisbane at $1.06 and Essendon at $10.50.
The Lions are 44.5-point favourites against the Bombers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Bombers (+44.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 169.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Bombers (+44.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 169.5-point over/under is expected to go over 54% of the time.
Brisbane vs Essendon: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Brisbane at $1.06 with Bet365
- Line: Essendon +44.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 169.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Brisbane vs Essendon predictions are based on world-class simulations and wagering intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Brisbane vs Essendon: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Brisbane vs Essendon at The Gabba on Thursday is Brisbane winning 106-65.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Brisbane vs Essendon match on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Our model updates regularly, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Brisbane vs Essendon match.
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Brisbane vs Essendon: Essential Details
The AFL Round 12 clash between the Lions and Bombers at The Gabba is scheduled to begin at 7:30pm AEST on Thursday.
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Brisbane vs Essendon predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our AFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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