Melbourne Cricket Ground
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Melbourne Cricket Ground
The Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), also known simply as The G, is a major sports stadium located in Yarra Park, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. It is the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere and the 11th largest globally, with a seating capacity of approximately 100,000. The MCG is managed by the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC).
History[edit | edit source]
The MCG was established in 1853 and has undergone numerous renovations and expansions since its inception. It has hosted a variety of significant sporting events, including cricket, Australian rules football, and the Olympic Games. The ground is renowned for its rich history and cultural significance in Australian sport.
Cricket[edit | edit source]
The MCG is the home of the Victoria cricket team and the Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League. It is also a prominent venue for international cricket, hosting Test matches, ODIs, and T20Is. The annual Boxing Day Test match, held on December 26, is one of the most anticipated events in the cricket calendar.
Australian Rules Football[edit | edit source]
The MCG is the principal venue for Australian Football League (AFL) matches, including the AFL Grand Final, which is held annually in September. The ground is the home stadium for several AFL teams, including the Collingwood Football Club, Richmond Football Club, Melbourne Football Club, and Hawthorn Football Club.
Olympic Games[edit | edit source]
The MCG was the main stadium for the 1956 Summer Olympics, hosting the opening and closing ceremonies, as well as the athletics events. It also served as a venue for the 2006 Commonwealth Games.
Facilities[edit | edit source]
The MCG features state-of-the-art facilities, including the National Sports Museum, which houses an extensive collection of sporting memorabilia. The stadium also offers numerous dining and hospitality options, corporate suites, and function rooms.
Transport and Access[edit | edit source]
The MCG is well-served by public transport, with nearby Richmond and Jolimont railway stations providing easy access. Several tram routes also service the area, making it convenient for spectators to reach the venue.
Notable Events[edit | edit source]
- 1956 Summer Olympics
- 1992 Cricket World Cup
- 2006 Commonwealth Games
- 2015 Cricket World Cup
- Annual Boxing Day Test
- Annual AFL Grand Final
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Melbourne Cricket Club
- Australian rules football
- Cricket
- Olympic Games
- Commonwealth Games
- Victoria cricket team
- Melbourne Stars
- Boxing Day Test
- AFL Grand Final
Categories[edit | edit source]
The G | |
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| Location | Yarra Park, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia |
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| Coordinates | 37°49′10″S 144°59′5″E / 37.81944°S 144.98472°E Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed. |
| Owner | Government of Victoria |
| Operator | Melbourne Cricket Club |
| Capacity | 100,024 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Scoreboard | Yes |
| Tenants | |
| Victoria cricket team (1853–present)
Melbourne Stars (BBL) (2011–present) Australian Football League (1897–present) | |
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