Facts
| Opened | 1854 |
| Capacity | 100000 (approx, including standing room) |
| Known as | The MCG, The “G” |
| Dimensions | 172.9m long, 147.8m wide |
| Ends | Members End, Great Southern Stand End |
| Location | Melbourne, Australia |
| Time Zone | UTC +11:00 |
| Home to | Australia, Victoria |
| Other Sports it is home to | Australian Rules Football, Soccer, Rugby Union, Rugby League, Lawn Bowls, Squash |
| Floodlights | Yes |
| Curator | Tony Ware |
Melbourne Cricket Ground
The Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC) was founded in 1838 and was granted the land on which the club now stands in 1853 when it was forced to move from its most recent site to make way for Australia’s first steam railway line. An 1876 stand—now long gone—was reversible, allowing spectators to watch cricket at the ground in summer or Australian rules football in the park in winter. The ground has been consistently redeveloped and expanded over the years, most recently to accommodate the 2006 Commonwealth Games. The stadium currently seats more than 100,000 people.
The MCC has played a major role in Australian cricket because it was the first club formed in Victoria, and in 1856 it hosted the first match between New South Wales and Victoria. In 1862 the MCC hosted the first match against an England team and, most famously, in 1877 the first game of Test cricket between Australia and England, won by Australia by 45 runs. England won the second match by four wickets, thus drawing the series. The club also hosted the first one-day international cricket match in 1971 and the 1992 Cricket World Cup final.
In addition to cricket, the MCG is home to many other sports. The MCC was involved in drafting the first set of rules for Australian rules football in 1859 and has hosted numerous soccer matches. The stadium was also the centrepiece of the 1956 Melbourne Olympic Games. Billy Graham held crusades at the MCG, and Pope John Paul II held a mass there when he visited the city in 1986. Also, beginning in 1974, numerous rock bands have performed in this historic ground.
Upcoming matches at MCG
| Date | Match Details |
|---|---|
| Dec 18, 202419:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Stars vs Brisbane Heat, 4th T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Dec 23, 202419:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Renegades vs Perth Scorchers, 10th T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Dec 26 – Dec 30, 202411:00 local | 12:00 GMT | Australia vs India, 4th Test Series: India tour of Australia 2024-25 |
| Jan 2, 202519:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Renegades vs Adelaide Strikers, 20th T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Jan 4, 202519:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars, 23rd T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Jan 9, 202519:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Stars vs Sydney Sixers, 28th T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Jan 12, 202519:30 local | 08:30 GMT | Melbourne Renegades vs Melbourne Stars, 32nd T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Jan 18, 202519:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Renegades vs Brisbane Heat, 38th T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
| Jan 19, 202519:15 local | 08:15 GMT | Melbourne Stars vs Hobart Hurricanes, 40th T20 D/N Series: Big Bash League 2024-25 |
Melbourne Cricket Ground ODI stats
| Outcome | Details |
|---|---|
| Total ODIs | 160 |
| Wins by batting first | 78 |
| Wins by batting second | 77 |
| Average 1st innings score | 221 |
| Average 2nd innings score | 194 |
| Highest Total | 355/5 (AUS vs ENG) |
| Lowest Total | 94 (ENG vs AUS) |
| Highest Score Chased | 308/5 (ENG vs AUS) |
| Lowest Score Defended | 169/6 (AUSW vs ENGW) |
Melbourne Cricket Ground T20 stats
| Outcome | Details |
|---|---|
| Total T20I | 27 |
| Wins by batting first | 11 |
| Wins by batting second | 15 |
| Average 1st innings score | 146.8 |
| Average 2nd innings score | 127.2 |
| Highest Total | 188/5 |
| Lowest Total | 74/10 |
| Highest Score Chased | 172/5 by (SL vs AUS) |
| Lowest Score Defended | 127/10 by (AUS vs ENG) |
MCG Test stats
| Total matches | 117 |
| Matches won batting first | 57 |
| Matches won bowling first | 42 |
| Average 1st Inns scores | 307 |
| Average 2nd Inns scores | 312 |
| Average 3rd Inns scores | 252 |
| Average 4th Inns scores | 172 |
| Highest total recorded | 624/8 (142 Ov) by AUS vs PAK |
| Lowest total recorded | 36/10 (23.2 Ov) by RSA vs AUS |
Melbourne Cricket Ground FAQs
Q1. Where is the Melbourne Cricket Ground located?
A1. The Melbourne Cricket Ground is located in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.
Q2. When did the MCG first open?
A2. The Melbourne Cricket Ground first opened in 1854.
Q3. How large is the MCG?
A3. The Melbourne Cricket Ground has a capacity of approximately 100,000 people and covers an area of approximately 10 hectares.
Q4. What type of events are held at the MCG?
A4. The Melbourne Cricket Ground is primarily used for cricket matches, although it has also hosted other events such as AFL football, rugby league, rugby union, soccer, and concerts.
Q5. Is there parking available at the MCG?
A5. Yes, the Melbourne Cricket Ground has a large car park with over 5,000 spaces.
Q6. Are there any public transport options available to get to the MCG?
A6. Yes, public transport options are available to get to the MCG for events. Trains, trams, and buses run regularly and there are also nearby taxi ranks.
