MCG Witnesses Record Attendance During AUS vs ENG Boxing Day Test

The ongoing Ashes series has once again gained eyeballs from fans across the world for Test cricket. With the traditional Boxing Day Test scheduled at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground, the match is scheduled to be played between Australia and England. This Boxing Day Test is of great historical significance and is among the key fixtures on the international calendar.

With the Ashes 2025-26 ongoing and still in progress, Australia entered the match with high on confidence having already won the series. But what surprised everyone was not the teams but also the crowds at MCG who were there to witness and celebrate the historic match.

The fans scaled and the turnout surprised many, including the officials and regular followers of the AUS vs ENG Boxing day Test. This not only filled up stadium stands but also created another record at MCG, which is among the biggest cricket stadiums in the world. The crowd at tea was recorded at 93,442 on Boxing Day, the highest recorded crowd for a cricket match at MCG, overtaking the 2015 World Cup final.

MCG Boxing Day Crowd Creates Record

The record-breaking fan turnout at the Melbourne Cricket Ground added another milestone to the venue’s long history. A total of 93,442 fans were present at the ground before the match turned to its tea break on Day 1, making it the highest single-day attendance for a cricket match at the MCG. This new mark of highest crowd in MCG has now surpassed the previous record of 93,103 spectators, which was set during the 2015 ODI World Cup Final.

In addition to this, the MCG Boxing Day crowd also went past the earlier Test cricket record of 91,112 fans, recorded on the opening day of the Ashes 2013 at the same venue. The significance of the game has been greatly influenced by the size and history of the venue. The MCG, which has a capacity of more than 90,000, consistently attracts some of the biggest crowds in Test cricket, frequently outpacing the total number of people who attend full series abroad.

The MCG Boxing Day crowd has once again shown why the stadium remains one of the most attended sporting venues in world cricket. With more days left in the AUS vs ENG 4th Test, expectations remain high for the crowd to turn up in huge numbers in the upcoming days.

Australia 3-0 Ahead in The Ashes 2025-26

Australia and England share one of the greatest rivalries in cricket. Australia holds a dominant 3-0 lead over England and now will enter the next match to add more points and strength to their squad. Aussies have showcased their depth and consistency throughout the series, particularly in bowling conditions that have revealed England's tactical flaws.

Even though the Ashes has already been retained by Australia, the Boxing Day Test remains relevant to the competition. While England tries to restore make a comeback, the home team will be aiming to show their strength in these conditions.