EssendonvHawthorn
Essendon vs Hawthorn (also searched as bombers vs hawks) — AFL Round 1 result. See the final score and replay options below.
⚡ Final
Hawthorn 145 d Essendon 83
M.C.G.
Start time in your state
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NSW / VIC
Fri, 13 Mar, 7:40 pm AEDT
QLD
Fri, 13 Mar, 6:40 pm AEST
SA / NT
Fri, 13 Mar, 7:10 pm ACDT
WA
Fri, 13 Mar, 4:40 pm AWST
How to watch
From the official broadcast guide — free-to-air coverage differs by state.
Watch the replay
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Frequently asked
What time does Essendon vs Hawthorn start?
Essendon vs Hawthorn kicks off at Fri, 13 Mar, 7:40 pm AEDT (Sydney). See the grid above for your state.
Is Essendon vs Hawthorn free to air in my state?
Yes — free on 7plus nationally. Check the free-to-air table above for your state.
How have Essendon and Hawthorn gone against each other in 2026?
They met once in 2026: Hawthorn won 132-39 at M.C.G.
What time does Hawthorn vs Essendon start?
Same match as Essendon vs Hawthorn — see the state-by-state times above.
What time does Bombers vs Hawks start?
Bombers is Essendon and Hawks is Hawthorn — see the state-by-state times above.