GWS vs Hawthorn Prediction and Tips - AFL Opening Round, 2026
Last updated: Mar 7, 2026, 5:15AM | Published: Mar 2, 2026, 5:03PM
GWS will take on Hawthorn in AFL Opening Round action at Giants Stadium on Saturday, beginning at 4:15pm AEDT.
This article features Stats Insider's best betting tips for the GWS vs Hawthorn game, along with the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's GWS vs Hawthorn AFL match 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Hawks a 61% chance of winning against the Giants in the Opening Round of 2026 AFL season.
GWS vs Hawthorn: Odds
The latest Bet365 betting odds for Saturday's AFL clash at Giants Stadium are shown below:
- Head to Head: GWS $2.50, Hawthorn $1.56
- Line: GWS +10.5 ($1.91), Hawthorn -10.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 177.5 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 GWS at $2.50 and Hawthorn at $1.56.
The Giants are 10.5-point underdogs against the Hawks, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Hawks (-10.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 177.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Giants (+10.5) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 177.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 67% of the time.
GWS vs Hawthorn: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: GWS at $2.50 with Bet365
- Line: GWS +10.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 177.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
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While the Hawks have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Giants to win is our recommended option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
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GWS vs Hawthorn: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for GWS vs Hawthorn at Giants Stadium on Saturday is Hawthorn prevailing 89-79.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the GWS vs Hawthorn match.
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GWS vs Hawthorn: Essential Details
The AFL Opening Round clash between the Giants and Hawks at Giants Stadium is scheduled to begin at 4:15pm AEDT on Saturday.
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our GWS vs Hawthorn predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our AFL tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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