What a blockbuster at the M.C.G. in Round 23! Hawthorn and Collingwood couldn't be split on Saturday night, fighting out a gripping 92–92 draw. The numbers heading in pointed to a tight contest, and both sides left absolutely nothing out there on the turf.
Hawthorn came into this clash sitting fourth on the ladder with 14 wins, two draws, and six losses, though they were looking to bounce back from a recent defeat against the Brisbane Lions. Meanwhile, Collingwood arrived holding eighth spot with a 12-2-8 record, fresh off a solid win over the West Coast Eagles.
Inside the Numbers
The final deadlock echoes their earlier meeting back in April 2026, which also finished level when Collingwood scored 93 to Hawthorn's 93. History loves repeating itself, and these two old rivals proved once again just how evenly matched they are.
Market support ahead of the bounce saw plenty of movement, particularly in the totals market where the over saw significant backing. The total points line sat at 159.5, with the over price heavily backed, moving from 1.9 down to 1.33 (firmed), while the under drifted from 1.9 out to 3.1 (drifted). With 184 total points scored on the night, those who liked the over were right on the money.
How the tips went
Let's check how our published selections fared in this thrilling Round 23 encounter.
First up, the line selection on Collingwood +19.5 got home cleanly as the Magpies pushed the Hawks all the way to the final siren, resulting in a win for the tip.
The total points selection of Over 174.5 also saluted, delivering another win as the two attacking units piled on the score to finish well past the mark with a combined 184 points.
Finally, the Head to Head selection on Hawthorn at 1.34 finished as a void following the stalemate at the final siren.