Overview

• Geelong beat Hawthorn by 30 points at the MCG to book a grand final berth after overcoming a 21-point deficit.
• Patrick Dangerfield delivered 32 disposals, eight clearances and three goals to turn the match in the Cats' favor.
• Tom Stewart suffered a first‑quarter concussion and was subbed out, making him ineligible for the grand final under the AFL’s 12‑day rule.
• The MRO handed Hawthorn’s Mabior Chol a three‑match rough‑conduct suspension, graded as careless conduct with severe impact and high contact.
• Coach Chris Scott called Stewart’s absence “shattering” as Geelong weigh moving Mark Blicavs to defence, a possible recall for Rhys Stanley, and monitor Jack Henry’s ankle, while league figures renew calls to place the bye before the grand final.