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Category 1
Cricket

Day 1 Australia v New Zealand

Saturday December 26, 2026
Cricket Australia logo
10:30AM
New Zealand Cricket logo
Day 1 of the Boxing Day Test 2026

Tickets

Australia’s men’s side will host New Zealand for the NRMA Insurance Boxing Day Test, 26-30 December, 2026.

Tickets for the 2026 Boxing Day Test are on sale to MCC members from 10:00am AEDT Tuesday October 13, 2026 via Ticketek.

Tickets are subject to availability and capacity. Ticketek service and handling fee inclusive of GST applies: $9.25.

*Children aged six years and under as of the day of the match do not require a visitor ticket if they do not occupy a seat.

Ticket type
Reserved Seat
Unreserved Seat
Members
$12
N/A
Adult visitor ticket
$88
$76
Child (7-16 years) visitor ticket
$36
$30
Child (0-6 years) visitor ticket
$36
No ticket required*

Gates

Gate 2 opens at:
Members' Reserve
Gate 2
9:00am

Enter the Members’ Reserve via Gate 2.

Members are required to scan their physical or digital membership card at the turnstiles.

Get Directions to Gate 2

Access Entitlements

Category 1 match: Full and Restricted members have access. Provisional members do not have access to the Reserve.

Dining ballot opens: 9:00am AEDT Monday December 7

View Category 1 entitlements

Unreserved Seating

Unreserved seating areas in the Members' Reserve will be listed here 24 hours prior to the match day.

Prepare

There are many ways to get to the 'G! Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure you're inside the Ground for the start of the match.

Plan your trip and check for public transport disruptions and extra services on the PTV app or at Transport Victoria.

Find information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more on the MCG website.

Discover ways to get 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.

If you have reserved a seat, download your seat ticket prior to your arrival. To gain entry into the match, scan your physical or digital membership card at the turnstiles.

MCC dress standards are enforced at all events in the Members’ Reserve. For ease of entry, members should ensure that their attire, and that of their guests, is neat and appropriate to the various areas being visited within the Members’ Reserve.

When visiting the Long Room, Members’ Dining Room, Committee Room or John Landy Room on match day, a higher standard of dress is required.

Explore Dress and Clothing Standards

At the 'G

MCC members enter via Gate 2. Members are required to scan their membership card at the turnstiles for entry. 

Those with a visitor ticket will be required to scan the barcode on their ticket.

At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.

The MCG endeavours to cater for a range of dietary options on event days. Find a list and locations of vegetarian, vegan, low gluten, pescatarian and halal options at Dietary Information.

Dietary Options

All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets are cashless. 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 and could face further disciplinary action by the Club.

The Australian Sports Museum is open for those attending the match from gate opening (listed above) until 15 minutes before match start.

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.

Find out more

The MCC Library and MCC Museum are open to members and their guests on match days at the MCG.

The MCC Library is located on Level 3 of the Members’ Reserve, whilst the MCC Museum, is located on Level B1.

Find out more about the MCC Library

The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons. It is located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind Section M13).

Find out more

Please note, flashing lights and pyrotechnics will be used throughout this event at the MCG.

Accessibility

The Melbourne Cricket Club is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone when they visit the MCG.

For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards, visit Accessible and Family Facilities.

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

The G-Train operates from Yarra Park gate opening time and runs continuously throughout the match. 

Find out more

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 fidgets to relax in a multi-purpose room.

Find out more

The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.

Find out more

The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG. 

Download the App

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