Event Brief
Bombers and Hawks Clash in AFL Rivalry at MCG
Filed: Mar 13, 2026 at 6:04 AM ET
Summary: Essendon faces Hawthorn at the MCG, with Zach Merrett playing against the Hawks for the first time since his trade attempt.
WHO: Essendon
WHAT: AFL match
WHEN: Mar 13, 2026 at 3:43 AM ET
WHERE: Melbourne Cricket Ground
WHY: To continue their famous AFL rivalry
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