Cyril Rioli was the Velociraptor of the field. The smart one, the predator with speed and brains — he could turn, shuffle, step and dance, all the while staying balanced, writes Mark Robinson.

Cyril Rioli's sad absence from Hawthorn set to continue Rioli was also conspicuously absent for Hawthorn's centenary celebrations at the MCG in May, despite dozens of his former teammates taking part.

Buddy Franklin to attend Hawks’ premiership reunion but Cyril Rioli will not be in attendance The Hawks are days away from celebrating one of footy’s greatest eras and while some legends will ...

It is not yet known if Clarkson, the man who led the Hawks to four premierships in 2008 and 2013-15, will attend the function, given the Kangaroos have an early 1.20pm game against Carlton the ...

Lance ‘Buddy’ Franklin made an appearance at Hawthorn’s celebration of their 2013-2015 premiership three-peat on Friday night, but a fan favourite was absent from the anniversary function.

It is not yet known if Clarkson, the man who led the Hawks to four premierships in 2008 and 2013-15, will attend the function, given the Kangaroos have an early 1.20pm game against Carlton the ...