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'Like grand final': Melbourne readies for NFL clash

The first NFL regular-season clash in Australia has been locked in, and former NFL and AFL star Ben Graham has compared the occasion to the AFL grand final.

AAP · Mar 25

'Thanks Mr Andrew': father-Sun chat sets MCG scene

Mac Andrew's off-the-ball conduct has been a sore point in an otherwise impressive start to the season from big AFL improvers Gold Coast.

AAP · Mar 20

Police investigating after bottle thrown at Hawks stars

Nick Watson kicked the last goal of the game and was involved in an animated exchange with Sydney fans after Hawthorn's 17-point victory at the MCG.

AAP · Mar 20

Vics' debutant shines as Shield clash goes down to wire

Victoria's top-of-the-table Sheffield Shield clash with Queensland at the MCG is on a knife's edge, with Dylan Brasher the key to victory for the hosts.

AAP · Feb 7

MCG deck plays fair to leave Shield clash in balance

Queensland have a 178-run lead in their Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria after Bulls captain Marnus Labuschagne threw his wicket away late on day two.

AAP · Feb 6

49ers confirmed for historic NFL showdown at MCG

The NFL has announced its first ever regular-season match in Australia this season will feature the San Francisco 49ers and the Los Angeles Rams at the MCG.

AAP · Feb 5

More MCG carnage as Neser rips through Victoria

Queensland took the honours on an action-packed opening day of their Sheffield Shield clash with Victoria as 17 wickets fell at the MCG.

AAP · Feb 5

Big Bash League momentum builds but its future remains up in the air

The BBL is enjoying a resurgence even as Cricket Australia pushes the case for private investment to keep pace with T20 competitions around the globe

The Guardian - AU · Jan 9

Skipper's dream finish gives Renegades BBL derby glory

A crowd in excess of 68,000 was on hand to see the Renegades chase down the Stars with one ball to spare in an epic instalment of the BBL's Melbourne derby.

AAP · Jan 4

Two-day Tests to cost CA Bradman-era attendance record

Two quickfire Ashes Tests have cost Cricket Australia at least 210,000 attendees, with this summer's games the shortest on average since the 19th century.

AAP · Dec 30, 2025