AFL grand final 2025: Geelong 'stunned' as Lions produce second-half masterclass to clinch premiership
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Thanks for tuning into this year's AFL grand final coverage
Thanks for tuning into this year's AFL grand final coverage!
Brisbane players and staff are celebrating wildly on the MCG.
Enjoy it, Brisbane fans
The Lions celebrate with premiership cup after winning the AFL Grand Final match between Geelong Cats and Brisbane Lions via Getty Images
Harris Andrews, Chris Fagan and Lachie Neale of the Lions hold the premiership cup aloft via Getty Images
Norm Smith Medal voting breakdown
Voting breakdown
Will Ashcroft (Brisbane Lions) – 13 votes (3,3,3,2,2)
Harris Andrews (Brisbane Lions) – 6 votes (3,2,1)
Zac Bailey (Brisbane Lions) – 5 votes (2,1,1,1)
Jaspa Fletcher (Brisbane Lions) – 3 votes (3)
Dayne Zorko (Brisbane Lions) – 2 votes (2)
Hugh McCluggage (Brisbane Lions) – 1 vote (1)
The final votes from the panel were as follows:
Andrew McLeod, Chair
3. Will Ashcroft (Brisbane Lions)
2. Zac Bailey (Brisbane Lions)
1. Harris Andrews (Brisbane Lions)
Luke Hodge (Channel Seven)
3. Jaspa Fletcher (Brisbane Lions)
2. Will Ashcroft (Brisbane Lions)
1. Hugh McCluggage (Brisbane Lions)
Kate McCarthy (Triple M)
3. Harris Andrews (Brisbane Lions)
2. Will Ashcroft (Brisbane Lions)
1. Zac Bailey (Brisbane Lions)
Jack Riewoldt (Fox Footy)
3. Will Ashcroft (Brisbane Lions)
2. Harris Andrews (Brisbane Lions)
1. Zac Bailey (Brisbane Lions)
Adam Simpson (SEN)
3. Will Ashcroft (Brisbane Lions)
2. Dayne Zorko (Brisbane Lions)
1. Zac Bailey (Brisbane Lions)
Chris Fagan speaks
"I'd like to say thank you to Geelong. You're an awesome footy club. I have total respect for you."
"To our supporters, you've been absolutely amazing for us all year.
"To our football department, what a brilliant job you've all done. You're a pleasure to work with.
"To our players, what an amazing group you are. It's been pretty tough at times, but we've found a way. I have total respect for you. Well done."
Wilmot and McInerney scenes
Darcy Wilmot blares "YOU LIKE THAT, WOO," into the microphone after collecting his medal.
Biggest roar of the night so far for Oscar McInerney, who collects his medal after missing out last year.
Starcevich collects his medal
Brandon Starcevich collects his medal and is in good spirits, despite the concussion he suffered earlier in the game. One of many in his career.
He has a big call to make - stay at Brisbane, or take up a big money deal from West Coast.
Auskicker to Josh Dunkley: "You did great mate"
"You did great mate," the little Auskicker says to Josh Dunkley.
Love those little moments.
Norm Smith Medal winner
The winner of the Norm Smith Medal is: Will Ashcroft.
He wins his second straight Norm Smith Medal, joining Dustin Martin (2019, 2020) and Andrew McLeod (1997, 1998) in doing so.
"To the Lions footy club top to bottom, everyone puts in so much work. We keep powering through adversity. I can't wait to enjoy this week and then we'll get back to work next year."
Will Ashcroft wins a second Norm Smith Medal. Seven Network
Patrick Dangerfield speaks
Patrick Dangerfield, Geelong captain, has spoken after the loss.
"Congrats to Brisbane ... you guys were super today, thoroughly deserving winners."
"To our guys, be proud, hold your heads up high. We don't celebrate those that come second all that well, but there's plenty to be proud of today.
"To Brisbane, you were far too good. Enjoy your celebrations."
Lions produce all-time grand final boilover to flog Cats and win AFL premiership
The Brisbane Lions have secured their second consecutive premiership with a stunning second-half masterclass against the Geelong Cats.
At a packed MCG, the Lions were no match for the Cats, securing the victory 18.14 (122) to 11.9 (75).
Forward Charlie Cameron and midfielder Hugh McCluggage starred for the Lions with four goals each, providing the crucial firepower.
