Hawthorn overcomes 0-5 start, credits young players, and now has a chance to play finals since 2018.

Hawthorn captain James Sicily praises young teammates' ability to "flick the switch", after the team recovered from a 0-5 start to become the "showtime Hawks". Players like Jack Ginnivan and Nick Watson have excelled on the big stage, sparking bold celebrations and trash talk. Their recent 66-point demolition of reigning premiers Collingwood has given Hawthorn a surprising chance to play finals since 2018.