Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell remains steadfast in his coaching approach despite delivering a stern critique last week, as his team sets its sights on securing a second victory in their upcoming clash against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium on Sunday afternoon. The Hawks currently find themselves second from the bottom on the ladder with a record of 1-6, indicative of their commitment to a significant rebuilding phase.
Meanwhile, the Western Bulldogs, with a record of 3-4, are eager to reverse their recent form, having secured just one win in their last four outings. Both teams are set to introduce debutants, with Charlie Clarke for the Bulldogs and Calsher Dear for the Hawks making their maiden appearances.
The Bulldogs will receive a boost with the return of key players Tom Liberatore and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, who were absent in their previous defeat against Fremantle. The highly anticipated match is scheduled to kick off at 4pm AEST at Marvel Stadium, offering fans the chance to watch it live on Fox Footy (channel 504), via streaming services such as Kayo, and through Hubbl, starting from 4pm AEST.