Overview

• Brisbane pulled away after scores were level at the main break, kicking 13 goals to six in front of 100,022 at the MCG.
• Will Ashcroft won the Norm Smith Medal for a second straight year after a 32-disposal, 10-clearance performance.
• Hugh McCluggage and Charlie Cameron kicked four goals each as the Lions overwhelmed the Cats in the second half.
• Co-captain Lachie Neale, managed due to a calf issue, was subbed on after half-time and added 17 disposals and a long-range goal.
• Geelong lacked Tom Stewart under concussion protocols and saw Jeremy Cameron restricted by an arm injury, with the Lions sealing their fifth AFL-era flag.