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From the Pocket: Sydney stars ready to take centre stage on AFL grand final return

Swans and Lions both need to bury the demons of recent defeats in premiership deciders for eagerly anticipated clash at MCG

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Lions find a Wilmot and a way to dance into decider

A bond that began in a Melbourne DFO will reach new heights in an MCG AFL final for the Brisbane Lions' fresh-faced energisers Darcy Wilmot and Kai Lohmann.

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AFL grand final corporate tickets illegally downloaded

The AFL says a number of corporate hospitality tickets for the grand final have been illegally downloaded, with Victoria Police investigating.

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Should the AFL grand final be moved from the MCG? The case for and against

There might be no grander stadium in Australia than the Melbourne Cricket Ground. But does that mean it should have a monopoly on the decider?

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Brisbane quick to land knockout blow on Carlton but far tougher tests await

The Blues talked as though they were all chips-in but paid the price for hedging their bets as the Lions cruised into an AFL semi-final

The Guardian - AU

AFL reschedules women's match for MCG double-header

Western Bulldogs men's and women's teams will feature in a double-header at the MCG, with more than 90,000 fans expected for the AFL elimination final.

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Carlton embracing pressure of Hawthorn blockbuster

Carlton coach Michael Voss is confident his Blues will stand up to the pressure as their premiership hopes go on the line against Hawthorn at the MCG.

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McRae laments umpire call in Magpies' costly Swans loss

Collingwood coach Craig McRae believes a crucial 50-metre penalty should have been paid to key forward Dan McStay in their three-point loss to Sydney.

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Big stadiums beckon for shorter WBBL in November

More Women's Big Bash League games will be played in stadiums and third-umpire technology will be greatly increased as part of the 2024 schedule.

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Blues, Tigers to resume rivalry in MCG clash

High-flying Carlton are warm favourites to account for Richmond in their MCG clash, but coach Michael Voss is taking nothing for granted.

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Walsh feels fresh Blues can fire again after the bye

Carlton star Sam Walsh says Carlton have been able to reset in their bye break ahead of Friday night's big AFL game against Geelong at the MCG.

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'Ladder doesn't lie': Voss proud of high-flying Blues

Carlton sit second on the AFL ladder heading into their mid-season bye after a fourth win from their last five matches, this time against old rivals Essendon.

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Tigers star Martin rested, set to play 300th at MCG

Richmond superstar Dustin Martin is set to play his 300th AFL game at the MCG in round 14 after being rested for the Tigers' trip to Adelaide.

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Adelaide coach fumes as Hawks continue Crows' MCG woes

Hawthorn have easily beaten Adelaide by 27 points at the MCG, with Hawks forward Jack Gunston kicking three goals in his 250th game.

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Saints seek answers after fall from grace

Ross Lyon has a long list of issues to rectify after another poor performance in a 38-point loss to Melbourne left St Kilda's AFL finals hopes in tatters.

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Tigers coach pinpoints 'horrendous' aspect in poor form

Richmond coach Adem Yze has pinpointed one glaring deficiency in his side ahead of their MCG clash against the Western Bulldogs.

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Season over for Lions duo as Richmond guns eye return

Brisbane's Lincoln McCarthy and Darcy Gardiner require knee reconstructions while Richmond's Dion Prestia and Noah Balta are chances to return from layoffs.

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Daicos shines as Hawks stun Bulldogs with upset win

Nick Daicos snared the winning goal in Collingwood's victory over Carlton as Hawthorn upset the Bulldogs and Bayley Fritsch probably kicked goal of the year.

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Hawkins lights up MCG as Cats beat Hawks

Geelong have survived a lightning delay and a Hawthorn comeback at the MCG to win by 36 points in club legend Tom Hawkins' 350th game.

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Cricket Australia wants Perth as the new Test fortress

Perth's Optus Stadium has been awarded the first Test against India, and Cricket Australia says it can be the same fortress for the men's team as the Gabba.

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Lyon proud of Membrey as Saints prepare for Spud's Game

Danny "Spud" Frawley will be honoured at the MCG when St Kilda host AFL defending premiers Collingwood in a big round-two clash.

The Guardian - AU

New Collingwood doco: a winner’s cut that depicts an organisation at ease

Take The Steps charts a well-thumbed story but taps into something that goes beyond home-ground editing

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As Taylor Swift sells out the MCG, local festivals and music venues shut their doors

While local acts and promoters are struggling to find audiences and sell tickets, international superstars are packing out Australia’s largest stadium venues.

The Guardian - AU

Will Taylor Swift’s Melbourne show really be her biggest concert attendance ever?

The US singer is playing some of the world’s largest stadiums and arenas – but it is likely her shows in Australia next week will draw her biggest crowds yet

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MCG's plea for 'Taylor-gaters' to stay out of the woods

MCG operators will review arrangements inside and outside the stadium for Taylor Swift concerts after the first night but are hoping "Taylor-gaters" stay away.

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