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Hawks Eliminate Crows as Gunston Kicks Five to Reach Prelim

Adelaide became the first minor premiers since 1983 to exit the finals in straight sets.

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Overview

  • Hawthorn defeated Adelaide 14.17 (101) to 10.7 (67) at Adelaide Oval for a 34-point semi-final win.
  • Jack Gunston finished with five goals, including three in the third quarter, to spearhead the victory.
  • Jai Newcombe led a dominant midfield display with 28 disposals, eight clearances and a goal after setting the tone early at stoppages.
  • The Hawks advance to face Geelong in a preliminary final at the MCG next weekend.
  • Adelaide subbed Mitch Hinge at halftime with an ankle injury as Josh Rachele returned to kick two, while Hawthorn subbed Mitch Lewis in the third quarter and Jack Ginnivan left the game early in the fourth due to injury.