42,000-plus to attend Warne MCG memorial More than 42,000 people have booked to attend Shane Warne's state memorial service at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. AAP · Mar 23, 2022
From Adelaide to Western Bulldogs: Win or lose, here are the reasons for hope for all 18 AFL sides after round one Now every AFL team has played four quarters of football, it's time for fans to reassess. But regardless of their results, it's not all bad — Andrew McGarry looks at the hopeful signs for every club. ABC News · Mar 22, 2022
Here’s How To Snag Your Free Ticket To Shane Warne’s State Memorial Service At The MCG Free tickets will be available for booking from today at 3pm. Pedestrian.tv · Mar 21, 2022
State memorial service for Shane Warne to be held at MCG on March 30 Tickets for the cricket legend's memorial service at the MCG will be released this afternoon. The event will be held at the MCG on March 30. ABC News · Mar 21, 2022
How to get tickets to Shane Warne’s MCG service as grandstand renamed in his honour After a private funeral held for Shane Warne on Sunday in Melbourne, attended by 80 family and friends, a state funeral at the MCG will be on March 30. The New Daily · Mar 21, 2022
Australia's Lindsay Reeler walked away from cricket after a record-breaking World Cup — in rare interview, she explains why Australia's Lindsay Reeler was the most destructive batter in the world — so why did she walk away from cricket at the peak of her powers? ABC News · Mar 19, 2022
Lance Franklin's wait continues as Sydney beat GWS, Brisbane run away from Port Adelaide, Geelong thump Essendon Lance Franklin remains four goals short of 1,000 but Luke Parker leads Sydney to a gripping win over GWS. Meanwhile Brisbane storm home to beat Port Adelaide, and the Cats dismantle the Bombers. ABC News · Mar 19, 2022
Carlton beat Richmond by 25 points at the MCG in winning start to Michael Voss' time as coach Carlton gets Michael Voss's time as coach off to a winning start, as the Blues rock Richmond with a seven-goal final quarter to win at the MCG. Look back at the scores and stats with our AFL ScoreCentre. ABC News · Mar 17, 2022
Melbourne reclaims title as home of Aussie Rules footy as crowds return to the MCG For two years the pandemic forced Melbourne to forfeit its title as the home of Aussie Rules football. Last night jubilant fans flocked to the MCG to claim it back. ABC News · Mar 16, 2022
Warne family’s ‘humbling’ donation amid preparations for huge MCG memorial As plans are finalised for a private service and a public memorial for Shane Warne, his family visit the MCG and announce donation to brain research. The New Daily · Mar 16, 2022
MCG changes plans for Shane Warne tribute to honour family’s wishes Warne will be given a state funeral in Australia after the cricketing great died of a heart attack aged 52 The Independent UK · Mar 16, 2022
Geelong hold fire on experienced AFL guns Mitch Duncan will be one of several big-name absentees for Geelong in their AFL round-one meeting with Essendon at the MCG. AAP · Mar 16, 2022
Demons, Bulldogs to renew AFL hostilities Not long ago Melbourne and the Western Bulldogs were the AFL's strugglers, now the clubs command the big stage at the MCG with an intensifying rivalry. AAP · Mar 15, 2022
AFL pushes ‘business as usual’ but not before Melbourne pauses to honour one of its icons An MCG crowd that embraced Shane Warne will remember him when the new season gets under way this week amid underlying Covid anxiety The Guardian - AU · Mar 14, 2022
The Independent UK · Mar 9, 2022 Shane Warne’s state memorial to be held at MCG on 30 March Warne has a rich history at his home venue with a memorable Ashes hat-trick in 1994
ABC News · Mar 9, 2022 Shane Warne to have state memorial at MCG on March 30, Premier Daniel Andrews says Mr Andrews confirms the MCG will be the venue for the memorial service on Wednesday, March 30, saying, "there's nowhere in the world more appropriate to farewell Warnie than the 'G'."
The Times of India · Mar 8, 2022 Australia's 2020 women's T20 World Cup title win against India immortalised, to be displayed at MCG MELBOURNE: A mural depicting Australia's famous Women's T20 World Cup final win against India two years ago in front of a record audience has become the first artwork featuring a women's sporting team to be on permanent display at the iconic MCG.
ABC News · Mar 8, 2022 MCG unveils historic artwork commemorating Australia's T20 World Cup-winning women's cricket team Australia's historic T20 World Cup win, which broke attendance records in Australia and globally, is commemorated in a large portrait in the MCG.
AAP · Mar 7, 2022 Warne considered move to NSW: CV's Graf Shane Warne considered a shock move to NSW early in his legendary career in search of more opportunities, influential Cricket Victoria figure Shaun Graf says.
Pedestrian.tv · Mar 5, 2022 The Great Southern Stand At The MCG Will Be Renamed The S.K. Warne Stand In Honour Of Warnie His family has also been offered a state funeral.
ABC News · Mar 4, 2022 Shane Warne's family offered state funeral after shock death of cricket legend Premier Daniel Andrews says he has offered Warne's family a state funeral "so Victorians can pay tribute to his legacy and contribution to our state, community and country".
ABC News · Mar 4, 2022 Shane Warne death: Tributes pour in for legendary cricketer after sudden death at age 52, as it happened Shane Warne has been remembered as a legendary spin bowler who changed the game of cricket. From fans to teammates, the media and political figures, look back at all the reaction to his death with our blog.
The Guardian - UK · Mar 4, 2022 Tributes paid to Shane Warne after cricket great’s death – as it happened Tributes and reaction following the death of the former Australia bowler Shane Warne
The Guardian - AU · Feb 23, 2022 MCG revamp requires closer study than a feverish Eddie McGuire thought bubble This is a good chance to listen to ordinary fans, not those with the loudest voices just back from the Super Bowl
AAP · Feb 20, 2022 Sri Lanka scores thrilling T20 win v Aust Star batter Kusal Mendis has lifted Sri Lanka to a consolation Twenty20 victory, with the tourists defeating Australia by five wickets with a ball to spare.