The Melbourne Cricket Club is excited to welcome you to the Members’ Reserve for the BBL|13 match between the Melbourne Stars and Hobart Hurricanes.
For all the information you need to know about visiting the Reserve this cricket season,
click here.
Read the MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match
here.
MCC kids summer of cricket

The Big Bash is back at the 'G, and the kids are taking over Tower 6!
There will be plenty of kids activities - from face painting to giveaways and roaming entertainment.
What's Happening at Tower 6
- Free Melbourne Stars giveaways
- Melbourne Stars mascot appearances
- Free face painting
- Free ice cream and chocolate
- Special kids' pizzas from $10
More details.
Reserved seat and visitor tickets for the 2023/24 summer of cricket will be available from 10.00am Wednesday October 11 via
Ticketek.
Click here for details.
TICKET RETURNS
Ticket returns for pre-booked reserved seat and visitor tickets are available for this match.
Ticket returns close 5.00pm one business day prior to the match (Friday January 12).
Instructions and additional information.
Jump to:
Match Category
Unreserved Seating
Getting to the ‘G
At the ‘G
Accessibility
This match is a Category 3 match. Balcony passes are not required for visitors to access Levels 2 or 3 for BBL matches. All members and visitors can access seating on Levels 1, 2 and 3 of the Members' Reserve. Level 4 is closed.
Event Category |
|
Full & Restricted members |
Provisional members |
3 |
Access to the Reserve |
All levels |
All levels |
Visitor Tickets |
Four tickets |
Four tickets |
Level 2 & 3 Access |
Members
Visitors with Level 2 reserved seats or a Long Room
|
Members
Visitors with Level 2 reserved seats or a Long Room
|
Long Room |
Yes
|
Yes
|
Members' Dining Room |
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Jim Stynes Grill |
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Yes - up to four visitors
|
Unreserved seating is available for this match.
*Unreserved seating areas are subject to change.
Level 1
- M37 (rows A-X)
- M38-M39
- M40 (rows A-M)
- M41 (rows A-EE) (no alcohol)
- M42 (no alcohol)
- M43 (rows A-LL)
- M44-M49
Level 2
- N37-N38
- N43-N44
- N45 (rows A-L)
- N46 (rows A-H)
- N47
- N48 (no alcohol)
Level 3
Level 4
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.
PARKING IN YARRA PARK
General public parking is available for this match.
Click here for parking information and continue to check regularly for updates. With the Australian Open underway, we anticipate that the precinct will be busy, so recommend arriving early.
Parking for disability permit holders can be pre-booked via Ticketek
here.
PRECINCT ROAD CLOSURES
- Brunton Avenue will be closed between 6.00pm - 7.15pm, and 10.10pm - 11.10pm
MAJOR ROAD AND RAIL DISRUPTIONS
Metro
Buses replace trains on the Mernda line between Reservoir and Epping Stations.
Roads
The following roads are experiencing disruptions on Monday January 15:
- West Gate Freeway to M80 Ring Road: Westbound ramp closed Greensborough bound
- West Gate Freeway: Lane closed in both directions between Millers Road and the M80 interchange
- Wurundjeri Way: Road closed between Dudley Street and Bourke Street
- Footscray Road: Lanes closed in both directions between Dock Link Road and Waterfront Way
- Healesville Koo Wee Rup Road: Closed between the Princes Freeway and Southeast Boulevard
- Hall Road, Evans Road and Cranbourne Frankston Road: intersection closed
- 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.
MCC PLUS
Treat yourself and the family and with exclusive rebates for this match between the Stars and the Scorchers
- 50% total rebate on hot chips, pies and hot dogs pre-match
- 15% total rebate on food purchases in the Jim Stynes Grill and Members' Dining Room (excludes all drink purchases)
Find out more.
FLASHING LIGHTS AND PYROTECHNICS WARNING
Please note, flashing lights and pyrotechnics will be used throughout this match at the MCG.
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.
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
The 'G Train running times
Pre-match: 5.00pm - 7.45pm
Post-match: 10.25pm - 11.10pm
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.
Opening times
5.30pm - 10.15pm
Find out more
HEARING LOOPS
The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.
Find out more
ACCESSIBLE FACILITIES
For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms and companion cards
click here