The build-up to the AFL 2025 Grand Final kicks off on Monday with the AFL's night of nights - the Brownlow Medal count.
The AFL's top players will head to Crown Melbourne to hear the vote-getters be named for every game this season, with the umpires giving out votes on a 3, 2, 1 system for each game.
Ahead of the night, Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos appears to be the early favourite, though Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson and Geelong recruit Bailey Smith will each make a strong case to snag the famous medal.
So, who's likely to poll best from your favourite club? We explore this question, using the results of Zero Hanger's 2025 AFL MVP as a guide.
Hawthorn
Jai Newcombe
The Hawks' wide spread of talent means it's unlikely they'll have anyone near the top of the voting by the end of the night, but the nod has to go to Jai Newcombe for the club leader.
The Brownlow is, after all, a midfielders' award these days, and while Jack Gunston has produced some sensational efforts in a shock 70-plus-goal campaign, the middle of the oval runs through Newcombe for Hawthorn.
23 disposals and a career-high 6.2 clearances per game will likely see Newcombe rewarded decently on the night, particularly considering that Hawthorn ranks 12th in clearances per game, further spotlighting his importance to the brown and gold's success.
Who else?
Jack Gunston
Dylan Moore
Lloyd Meek
