Liam Shiels
Liam Shiels has arguably been Hawthorn’s best player over the last three weeks.
After a somewhat underwhelming opening seven matches to the season in which he averaged 19.4 disposals, 5.1 tackles, 3.3 clearances, 7.7 contested possessions and kicked three goals, Shiels has since been able to noticeably boost these numbers.
Over the last three weeks, the 26-year old has posted incredibly impressive figures, averaging 27 disposals, 8.7 tackles, six clearances, 11 contested possessions and kicking two goals.
Coming up against the talented midfield of Port Adelaide, the Hawks will be relying on Shiels to continue his recent run of form.
Read: Pup discusses the Round 10 win
Isaac Smith
Shiels’ fellow vice-captain Isaac Smith also represents a key factor in Hawthorn’s pursuit of a win on Thursday night.
Only three players in the league average more inside 50s than Smith, who has enjoyed a consistent year on Hawthorn’s wing.
Smith’s run and carry will be essential if the Hawks are to be victorious in Adelaide.
Shaun Burgoyne
After yet another clinical Shaun Burgoyne performance last week, ‘Silk’ enters this Round 11 match-up with form under his belt.
Facing his former side with whom he won a premiership in 2004, Burgoyne will be called upon for another strong performance as the Hawks set themselves for the challenge that is playing Port Adelaide at Adelaide Oval.
Charlie Dixon
Charlie Dixon is having the best year of his career in 2017, with averages of 13.9 disposals, 8.4 contested possessions, 2.7 contested marks, 2.9 marks inside 50, 3.7 tackles, 3.1 inside 50s all being career-high posts for the 200cm key forward.
Despite also going at an impressive rate of 2.2 goals a game, the 26-year old is averaging four shots at goal a game, highlighting that if he has his kicking boots on, he has the ability to single-handedly shape the outcome of a game.
Read: Opposition analysis Round 11
Robbie Gray
This season Robbie Gray has been given a new role, one that he has become quickly accustomed to whilst remaining as one of the most dangerous players in the competition.
With hauls of six, five and four goals, the 29-year old’s disposal average has declined but his 2.6 goals a game ensures his value remains.
Hawks defenders will be wanting to keep a close eye on Power’s leading goal kicker, especially considering his record at Adelaide Oval this year, where he has averaged 3.5 goals a game.
