Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions Set for 2025 AFL Grand Final at MCG

The 2025 AFL grand final will see the Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions face off at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, with the match kicking off at 2:30pm AEST for most states and earlier for others depending on the time zone. The Cats, who won the premiership in 2022, will try to claim another title against the Lions, who are defending champions after their 2024 victory. Fans attending the game can enjoy gates opening from 9am AEST, with extensive pre-match entertainment including a curtain-raiser featuring under-17 players and a performance by Snoop Dogg starting at 1:30pm. The game will be broadcast live and free on Channel 7 and streamed online, with watch parties planned in multiple locations including Geelong, Brisbane, and Melbourne's Fed Square. The AFL grand final parade added color and excitement ahead of the match, despite a smaller crowd and overcast weather, highlighting the vibrant fan culture surrounding the event. Additionally, the AFLW saw Hawthorn end Geelong's winning streak in a competitive match, showcasing the ongoing dynamic competition in Australian football.