Boxing Day Test - Australia v England - Day 1

The battle for the Ashes reignites at the MCG as Australia hosts England for the Boxing Day Test, beginning on December 26, 2025.

Tickets

Tickets for Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test are currently exhausted. Further tickets may become available closer to the match. Please note there is no guarantee tickets will be released.

Getting to the ‘G

To ensure you are inside the Ground in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.

Download your ticket to your mobile for scanning upon entering the Ground.

Find your best way to get to the MCG with our journey planner and transport option tools. For information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more, click here.

PLAN YOUR JOURNEY WITH PTV 
Public transport is the best way to get to the MCG.

The nearest public transport options for the MCG are:

Train

• Jolimont Station
• Richmond Station

Tram

• Route 75 - Stop 11
• Route 48 - Stop 11
• Route 70 - Stop 7B (Gates 1-3) or Stop 7C (Gates 4-7)

Bus

• Bus number 246

For more information and to plan your journey, click here.

At the ‘G

• You will be required to enter via the gate listed on your ticket.
• The MCG is a cashless venue. All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets will be cashless – so all transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.
• The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction.
• At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting 'Assist' to the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.

INFORMATION FOR FAMILIES
Click here for information for families, including the location of Parents' Rooms and change tables.

MULTI-FAITH PRAYER ROOM
The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons and located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind bay M13).

Click here for more information.

AUSTRALIAN SPORTS MUSEUM
The Australian Sports Museum is open for those attending the match from gate opening (listed above) until 5:00pm.

Tickets for the Australian Sports Museum are half price and can be purchased on the day inside Gate 3 at the MCG. The Museum showcases the best of Australian sports including AFL, cricket and the Olympics.

Accessibility

The G’ TRAIN MOBILITY SHUTTLE SERVICE
The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service operates during public events held at the MCG.

The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The G-Train also features vehicles with wheelchair-friendly access.

Pre-booking is not required; simply wait at a designated pick up point for the next available buggy. The service has pick up points from the following locations:

• Richmond Station
• Jolimont Station
• Accessible Parking Area

Find out more

ZERO DELAY COMMENTARY
The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG. Download here.

SENSORY FRIENDLY SPACE
A Sensory Friendly Space is located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51, inside Gate 3). This is a space for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.

There are two rooms within the space offering patrons the ability to choose between quietly watching the event in a tiered theatre or using personal sensory strategies and fidget toys to relax in a multi-purpose room.

Find out more

ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards click here