Overview

• Brisbane pulled away from 36–all at the main break to win by 47 points at the MCG, overwhelming Geelong after the long interval.
• Will Ashcroft was best on ground with 32 disposals, 10 clearances and a goal to claim a rare second Norm Smith Medal, with co‑captain Harris Andrews outstanding in defence with 11 intercepts.
• Charlie Cameron kicked four goals, including a three‑goal burst around three‑quarter time, while Lachie Neale’s second‑half injection helped flip the clearance battle decisively in Brisbane’s favour.
• Geelong’s Jeremy Cameron suffered a broken arm late in the second quarter and played on in obvious discomfort, as the Cats also felt the absence of concussed defender Tom Stewart.
• Brisbane reported significant injury fallout with Josh Dunkley revealing a grade‑three syndesmosis that will require surgery, while Geelong coach Chris Scott told supporters the Cats will push for upgrades and chase the Lions again in 2026.