What do you know about Melbourne Cricket Ground?
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What do you know about Melbourne Cricket Ground?
Founded and managed by the Melbourne Cricket Club, it is the largest stadium in the Southern Hemisphere, the 11th largest globally, and the second largest cricket ground by capacity….Melbourne Cricket Ground.
| Record attendance | 100,022 – 2018 AFL Grand Final (post-configuration) 121,696 – 1970 VFL Grand Final (pre-configuration) |
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How large is the Melbourne Cricket Ground?
100,000 people
With a capacity of 100,000 people, the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) is the largest stadium in Australia, the 10th largest stadium in the world, and the world’s largest cricket stadium. It’s part of the Melbourne Sports Precinct at Yarra Park, which also includes the Rod Laver Arena, Hisense Arena and AAMI Park.
Why is the MCG famous?
The MCG is more than just a sports venue. It’s a place where memories are made and childhood dreams come alive. It was the main stadium for the 1956 Olympic Games and 2006 Commonwealth Games, attracts up to 100,000 fans to the annual AFL Grand Final and the ‘G comes to life each Christmas at the Boxing Day Test.
Which is the smallest cricket ground in Australia?
List of Smallest Cricket Stadium in Australia (by capacity)
| No. | Stadium Name | Capacity |
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| 1 | Traeger Park | 7,200 |
| 2 | Riverway Stadium | 10,000 |
| 3 | Manuka Oval | 12,000 |
| 4 | Marrara Oval | 12,500 |
Why is the MCG important?
The MCG has assumed an identity beyond that of a sporting venue. Its importance to the community lies in experiencing the place through the events it hosts. The MCG embodies Australia’s love of sport and its inclusion in the National Heritage List ensures its unique values will be protected for the future.
Who owns the Melbourne Cricket Ground?
Victoria State Government
MCG Trust
Melbourne Cricket Ground/Owners