Lions go back-to-back
Brisbane Lions are back-to-back AFL premiers after storming home against a bruised and battered Geelong side.
Brisbane Lions the toast of the town, Geelong Cats commiserate after 2025 AFL decider
Brisbane Lions are back-to-back AFL premiers after overcoming a lacklustre Geelong side. Follow our coverage as we take you inside the celebrations and bring you the post-game wash up.
- by Ashleigh McMillan
‘The boos are like cheers for me’: Jeered Lion happy to play the villain
Not even Geelong’s high-profile midfielder Bailey Smith attracted more heat from opposition fans in the AFL grand final than Cam Rayner.
When Dogg met Dopp: The night Snoop and his lookalike finally came face to face
Like matter and anti-matter, or the two Captain Kirks, Snoop Dogg and his doppelganger can’t exist in the same place … or can they?
- by Karl Quinn
Updated
Fagan reveals the inspiration behind the Lions’ back-to-back premierships
Chris Fagan said a quote from Nelson Mandela, the former president of South Africa and anti-apartheid activist, had been crucial to the Lions’ rise.
- by Jon Pierik and Russell Bennett
Updated
What does a Norm Smith medallist do before the grand final? Googles himself
On Saturday morning, Will Ashcroft googled himself. He found a YouTube clip of last year’s grand final and him winning the Norm Smith Medal. Then he went out and created another highlight reel.
- by Michael Gleeson
Analysis
A rare contest, a 50m goal and an unholy trinity of errors: The moments that turned the grand final
The 47-point margin suggests a romp but until time-on in the third quarter, few could have predicted with any confidence where this game was headed.
- by Andrew Wu
AFL grand final player ratings: Which three triumphant Lions scored a perfect 10?
Who soared, and who flopped, on the AFL’s biggest stage? In a grand final in which Brisbane killed off Geelong’s spirit, their influential players were far easier to spot.
- by Libby Birch and Brendan McCartney
‘It looks like a masterstroke now’: Super sub Neale is the match winner
Chris Fagan called Lachie Neale into his office on Monday. He had a suggestion for the two-time Brownlow medallist.
- by Peter Ryan
‘Ultimate devastation’: The most shattered Cat in the rooms after grand final thrashing
The crestfallen Cats sought out family in the aftermath of their crushing loss amid tears, hugs – and resolve to go again in 2026.
- by Danny Russell
Four Points
The Cats gambled on Rhys Stanley. It didn’t work. Now it’s time they holler for a Marshall
The Cats were already in hot pursuit of St Kilda ruckman Rowan Marshall. Their centre-square mauling on Saturday might expedite their push for a trade.
- by Michael Gleeson
‘Pretty big snap’: Cameron played out grand final with a broken arm
Jeremy Cameron played out the grand final with a broken arm after injuring it in a heavy collision with superstar teammate Patrick Dangerfield shortly before half-time.
- by Steve Barrett
Analysis
Lazarus Lions pull off miracle in a premiership with huge ramifications
Brisbane’s stunning back-to-back triumph is a premiership that holds ramifications for the competition, on three key questions.
- by Jake Niall
Snoop Dogg live at the AFL grand final: Hip-hop superstar rises to the occasion
The American rapper promised to bring an Australian element to his pre-game performance, and he was good to his word.
- by Karl Quinn
The NBA connection: The conversation that proved a ‘turning point’ for Charlie Cameron
This is the story about how Charlie Cameron learnt to smile again, with some help – in a roundabout way – from NBA superstar Tim Duncan.
- by Marc McGowan
What’s next for the Lions? How premiership defence can inspire unrivalled dynasty
They have claimed back to back premierships to announce themselves as one of the finest AFL sides of the century. But can they go even further?
- by Nick Wright
Rebuild? No way: Sombre Cats vow to chase Lions all the way in 2026
Feeling worse for wear after their grand final loss, Geelong are vowing to dust themselves off and chase the “epic” Brisbane Lions again in 2026.
- by Peter Ryan
AFL grand final - Geelong Cats v Brisbane Lions at MCG
Geelong Cats v Brisbane Lions battle for this year’s premiership cup at Melbourne Cricket Ground.
- by Danie Sprague
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