Hawthorn Demons Upset in Tasmania as Melbourne Takes the Lead

You're unlikely to have expected the Melbourne Demons to be having such a dominant game against Hawthorn in Tasmania, but that's exactly what they're doing.

The Demons have been on fire, leading the Hawks by 78 points at the three-quarter-time mark in a round 17 AFL match. At 113-35, it's clear who the winner is likely to be.

Hawthorn's first half was disastrous, with them barely managing to score any points at all. In fact, it seemed like the Hawks had left their spirits back on the mainland. But Sam Mitchell must have given them some stern words at halftime, because they suddenly came alive, almost quadrupling their half-time score.

The Demons' Max Gawn has been unstoppable, while Jacob van Rooyen has been enjoying a day out in the Tasmanian sun.

And, to make things even more impressive, it's not just the Demons who are dominating – Melbourne's defense has been solid, with their midfield bossing the game. It'll be interesting to see how Hawthorn manages to claw back and salvage some points from this.

With this win, Melbourne is set to boost its percentage, which could prove crucial in the congested upper regions of the ladder.

The AFL has been a wild ride this season, and this game is just the latest in a series of surprises. Hawthorn, a team that's been a major contender this season, seems to have stumbled – but will they be able to recover, or will the Demons keep piling it on?

AFL fans will be holding their breath to see what happens next, but one thing is for sure: this game has been full of action, and we can't wait to see what the final result is.

The Demons are on fire in Tasmania!

The game is set to go in to the final quarter, and fans are on the edge of their seats.

As the players take the field for the final round of the match, they'll be battling it out for every point. With the Demons in the lead and Hawthorn struggling to keep up, this game is sure to be one for the ages.

Melbourne's win has put them firmly in contention for a top spot in the ladder – and it'll be interesting to see how Hawthorn manages to recover from this shock loss.

Hawthorn's loss will likely see them drop down the ladder, but they'll have the chance to regroup and come back strong in their next game.

The Demons, on the other hand, will be riding high on their win – and they'll be looking forward to their next challenge.

The final score of this game will be a defining moment for both teams, and it will go a long way in determining their chances for the rest of the season.