AFL Teams 2026: Round 11 (Sir Doug Nicholls Round 2)

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Game 1: Hawks vs Kuwarna (Crows) |
Game 2: Tigers vs Bombers |
Game 3: Walyalup (Freo) vs Euro-Yroke (Saints) |
Game 4: Roos vs Suns |
Game 5: Cats vs Swans |
Game 6: Pies vs Waalitj Marawar (Eagles) |
Game 7: Yartapuulti (Port) vs Blues |
Game 8: Giants vs Lions |
Game 9: Dogs vs Narrm (Dees)

Wednesday – Early news

Round 11 is here, and it marks the second week of Sir Doug Nicholls Round, continuing the celebration and recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander players, cultures, and communities across the AFL. Early News: Confirming the news from yesterday, Cameron Nairn (FWD/MID $274k) will debut for the Hawks. Dayne Zorko is a test this week, as is cashcow Gallop, while unfortunately Oscar Steene has been ruled out for the season. Darcy Cameron has been given the all clear to ruck for the Pies. Peter Wright has suffered a knee injury, which could potentially mean more ruck time for Nick Bryan, unless Blakiston is called up again to handle more ruck duties. Bailey Smith had some shoulder concerns at training during the week and is a small watch. Caleb Windsor, Josh Lai, and Jasper Alger are all tests this week. Concerningly, Tim English is still out under HIA protocols, which is never a good sign.

Weather notes updated at Wed 20 Apr, 5:00pm AEST. Please check weather closer to game day.

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— Hawthorn FC (@HawthornFC) May 19, 2026

Important times to remember

Thursday game teamsheets ~6:20pm AEDT Wednesday

Friday/Sat/Sun game teamsheets ~6:20pm AEDT Thursday

Sunday extended bench selection ~5:00pm AEDT Friday

GAME 1: Hawthorn vs Kuwarna (Adelaide Crows)

Thursday May 21 – AEST: 7:30pm UTAS Stadium, Launceston ☀🧊🌙

Notes: Clear weather down in Tassie, although it will be slightly cooler than the mainland. We have a new debut with Cameron Nairn for the Hawks. Cashcow defender Bailey Macdonald (DEF $230k) also gets a run.

GAME 2: Richmond vs Essendon

Friday May 22 – AEST: 7:45pm MCG, Melbourne ☁🌙

Notes: Partly cloudy conditions are expected for the MCG Friday night clash.

GAME 3: Walyalup (Fremantle) vs Euro-Yroke (St Kilda)

Friday May 22 – AEST: 8:30pm Optus Stadium, Perth ☀🌙

Notes: Mostly clear conditions are expected over in Perth for Friday night football.

GAME 4: North Melbourne vs Gold Coast SUNS

Saturday May 23 – AEST: 1:15pm Marvel Stadium, Melbourne ☁🏢

Notes: Partly cloudy conditions outside, although Marvel Stadium is expected to have the roof open.

GAME 5: Geelong Cats vs Sydney Swans

Saturday May 23 – AEST: 4:15pm GMHBA Stadium, Geelong ☁

Notes: Partly cloudy conditions are expected down at Geelong.

GAME 6: Collingwood vs Waalitj Marawar (West Coast Eagles)

Saturday May 23 – AEST: 4:35pm MCG, Melbourne ☁

Notes: Partly cloudy conditions are again expected around the Melbourne region.

GAME 7: Yartapuulti (Port Adelaide) vs Carlton

Saturday May 23 – AEST: 7:35pm Adelaide Oval, Adelaide ☁🌙

Notes: Partly cloudy conditions are expected for Saturday night football in Adelaide.

GAME 8: GWS GIANTS vs Brisbane Lions

Sunday May 24 – AEST: 12:30pm ENGIE Stadium, Sydney 🌦

Notes: Make sure you check Sunday extended selections at ~5pm on Friday. Partly cloudy conditions are expected, although there is a medium chance of showers throughout the afternoon.

GAME 9: Western Bulldogs vs Narrm (Melbourne)

Sunday May 24 – AEST: 3:15pm Marvel Stadium, Melbourne 🏢

Notes: Make sure you check Sunday extended selections at ~5pm on Friday. There is a medium chance of showers later in the afternoon and evening, although Marvel Stadium is expected to have the roof closed.

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