Melbourne Cricket Ground
Stage of the first Test match in the world, March 1877
Overview
The MCG staged the first ever Test in 1877 and the first one day international in 1971, both against England. The Boxing Day Test annually draws crowds above 80,000 and the 2015 World Cup final packed more than 93,000. Capacity is about 100,024, making it the largest cricket stadium by seating.
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