Will the Boxing Day Test be at the MCG?

As the MCG readies itself to host Sheffield Shield, Domestic One Day Cup and Big Bash League matches over the coming months, news of major crowds at the 2021 Boxing Day Test will signify the return of major sporting events in Melbourne.

Where is the Boxing Day Ashes Test?

Melbourne
England’s Boxing Day Ashes Test against Australia in Melbourne could have 80,000 fans a day as coronavirus restrictions ease in Victoria.

How many spectators are on the Boxing Day Test?

Indoor events will be allowed to host up to 30,000 fans, while events held outdoors can exceed that figure if venues publish Covid-safe plan. It means Melbourne’s showpiece cricket and tennis events are set to proceed at full capacity, subject to approval.

Is the MCG cashless?

All food, beverage and merchandise outlets are cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.

Who plays the Boxing Day Test in 2021?

Melbourne, of course. Melbourne is a city mad for sports and there’s nothing like the Ashes Boxing Day Test Match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground between Australia and England. It only happens once every four years, so make sure you’re among the supporters at the next MCG Ashes Test in 2021.

Who holds the Ashes currently?

Australia
Australia are the current holders of the Ashes. They retained the Ashes after the 2019 series ended in a draw. It was the first time since 1972 that an Ashes series ended in a draw.

Will Ashes 2021 happen?

The Ashes series is a five-match test cricket series played between Australia and England. The series is played every two years, with the next series to be held in Australia beginning in December of 2021….Men’s Vodafone Ashes Series.

Dec 8th – Dec 12th	The Gabba, Brisbane
Jan 14th – Jan 18th	Perth Stadium

Will there be crowds at the ashes?

Full crowds will be present at both the Australian Open and Boxing Day Ashes Test in Melbourne as Covid restrictions are set to ease in the state of Victoria. Victoria Premier Daniel Andrews announced that there will be no more caps on gatherings in the state from 11:59pm (12:59am GMT) on Thursday.

Is Boxing Day cricket on?

It begins annually on Boxing Day (26 December) and is played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG)….

Boxing Day Test
Status	Active
Genre	Sporting event
Begins	26 December
Ends	On or before 30 December

Can you take a bag to the MCG?

Backpacks and bags can be brought in to the MCG. If they are large and rigid, they will need to fit the rules: Can’t cause injury or public nuisance, and must be able to fit under the seat in front.

Is the MCG full capacity?

Melbourne Cricket Ground The MCG was built in 1853 and is visited by more than three million people annually. It boasts a total seating capacity of 100,024, making the MCG Australia’s largest sporting stadium. It also houses the National Sports Museum, Australia’s only dedicated multi-sports museum.