St Kilda vs. Hawthorn - Match Stats - July 5, 2025 - ESPN
Get match stats on the St Kilda vs. Hawthorn game.
www.espn.com.auHere’s the latest I can provide based on recent motion in AFL coverage.
Core update
- Hawthorn defeated St Kilda in a tight contest in Launceston, with Hawthorn edging St Kilda by five points. The final score was Hawthorn 8.10 (58) to St Kilda 7.11 (53). This result came without Hawthorn captain James Sicily due to injury, and Hawthorn won despite a late Saints surge.[1]
Context and implications
- The win marks Hawthorn’s third win in their past four matches, continuing a late-season surge that has put pressure on higher-placed teams and shown their improvement after a mid-season slump.[1]
- St Kilda’s form has been uneven, having dropped four of their last five with their only win in that stretch coming against North Melbourne, signaling a need to tighten defense and finish in tight games.[1]
Where to watch or read more
- For in-depth match details, stats, and player contributions, AFL’s match report and ESPN play-by-play summaries from that timeframe provide granular breakdowns of quarters, goals, and key moments.[4][6][10][1]
- If you’re seeking the next St Kilda vs Hawthorn matchup or a live stream schedule, Sporting News and ESPN have round-by-round listings and viewing options in Australia; findings from 2025 indicate typical venues include Marvel Stadium or UTAS Arena depending on round and home-away allocation.[2]
Illustration: game flow snapshot
- Early advantage: Hawthorn started strong, building a lead in the first quarter.
- Saints response: St Kilda climbed back into the game in the third, trimming the margin.
- Final stretch: Hawthorn held on in a low-scoring finish, with late Saints chances not converting into a winning goal.[1]
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