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Melbourne Cricket Ground
Sports Recreation
4.7 (25474 reviews)
Home of Australian football and the National Sports Museum, also serving as a music venue and more.
Brunton Ave, Richmond VIC 3002, Australia
+61 3 9657 8888
Did You Know?
Record Attendance
The highest attendance ever recorded at a sporting event in Australia was at the 1970 VFL Grand Final at the MCG, with a staggering 121,696 people in the stands.
Capacity
The MCG boasts a capacity of over 100,000, making it the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere and the 11th largest globally.
Cricket History
The MCG has been a hub for cricket since 1851, hosting matches for both the Australian national team and the Victorian state team.
Grand Final Host
The MCG is contracted to host the AFL Grand Final every year until 2059, ensuring its continued role as the heart of Australian Rules Football.
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