Overview

• Opening bounce is 2:30pm AEST Saturday at the MCG, with free-to-air coverage on Channel 7 and streaming on 7plus and Kayo.
• Geelong recall Rhys Stanley with Tom Stewart ruled out by concussion, while Brisbane select captain Lachie Neale after a recent calf strain and omit Jarrod Berry due to a dislocated shoulder.
• Sportsbet lists the Cats as favourites at $1.55 versus the Lions at $2.47 as of Thursday.
• Tens of thousands attended Friday’s parade from Melbourne Park to the MCG precinct as authorities extended free tram travel, added 47 extra trains and airlines scheduled additional Brisbane flights.
• This is the clubs’ first grand final meeting after three earlier clashes this season, and pre-game ceremonies include Snoop Dogg’s performance with Luke Hodge to present the Norm Smith Medal.