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The Hawthorn versus Geelong rivalry is a prominent fixture in the Australian Football League, reaching its peak intensity during the 2010s. This period was characterized by the "Kennett Curse," a streak where Geelong won eleven consecutive matches against Hawthorn, often in close, dramatic fashion, following comments made by former politician and Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett. The rivalry is distinguished by the high quality of football played between two consistently dominant Victorian-era clubs. It remains a key fixture for fans of the Australian rules football community.
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Hawthorn vs Geelong ranks #378 of 698 in the Rivalry ranking, behind Carlton-Collingwood rivalry, ahead of Bayern Munich vs Borussia Dortmund.
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What was the Kennett Curse in the Hawthorn vs Geelong rivalry?
The Kennett Curse refers to an incredible streak where the Geelong Cats defeated the Hawthorn Hawks in 11 consecutive AFL matches between 2008 and 2013. It was named after former Hawthorn president Jeff Kennett, who publicly mocked Geelong's supposed lack of psychological resilience.
How did the Kennett Curse end?
The curse was famously broken in the 2013 AFL Preliminary Final, where Hawthorn finally defeated Geelong to advance to the Grand Final. This victory exorcised years of demons for the Hawks against their modern bogey team.
Did Hawthorn and Geelong play in a Grand Final against each other?
While their 2010s rivalry is legendary, they did not actually meet in a Grand Final during the peak of the Kennett Curse. However, they famously played a classic qualifying final in 2011, which Geelong won on their way to the Premiership.
Who are some famous players from the Hawthorn vs Geelong rivalry?
The rivalry featured massive AFL stars such as Hawthorn's Lance "Buddy" Franklin and Luke Hodge, clashing against Geelong legends like Joel Selwood and Gary Ablett Jr. The physical intensity of these matches often produced spectacular, career-defining moments.
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