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Written by Jason Bevilacqua, Head of Content and Communities
Get Hawthorn Hawks vs Adelaide Crows predictions for AFL Thursday.
The Hawthorn Hawks and Adelaide Crows are scheduled to meet in the Australian Football League (AFL) at University of Tasmania Stadium on Thursday, starting at 5:30 AM ET.
Based on the latest simulations, Dimers' proven AFL model projects the Hawks as the most likely winner of the Crows vs. Hawks game.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Thursday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Hawks vs. Crows prediction: Who will win Round 11 game?
Using innovative machine learning and data, we have simulated the outcome of Thursday's AFL game between the Crows and Hawks, forming part of our AFL predictions coverage.
Our leading predictive model gives the Hawks a 65% chance of beating the Crows.
According to our model, the Hawks (-9.5) have a 54% chance of covering the spread, while the 159.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Adelaide vs. Hawthorn odds
We have sourced the best AFL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Crows | Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | +135 | -179 |
| Line (Spread) | +9.5 (-115) | -9.5 (-115) |
| Total | o159.5 (-120) | u159.5 (-120) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Crows vs. Hawks picks and best bet
After matching our probabilities against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Hawks -9.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | Hawks | -179 |
| Total | Under 159.5 | -120 |
According to our AFL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Hawks to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Hawks vs. Crows game-day updates and essential details
Thursday's Australian rules football game between the Hawks and Crows at University of Tasmania Stadium is scheduled to commence at 5:30 AM ET.
- Who: Adelaide Crows vs. Hawthorn Hawks
- Date: Thursday, May 21, 2026
- Time: 5:30 AM ET/2:30AM PT
- Venue: University of Tasmania Stadium
The AFL is available to bet on in the US through all major sportsbooks, with fans highlighting the high-octane 360-degree nature of the sport as a top reason to follow it.
Conclusion
We predict the Hawks, with a 65% win probability, will likely beat the Crows in Thursday's AFL matchup.
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Jason Bevilacqua, an expert in MLB, NHL, NBA, MLS, and NFL, delivers game previews, best bets, and props. Since 2020, as Head of Social and Community at Dimers, he has contributed insightful articles utilizing data-driven models and simulations.
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