Overview

• Brisbane overpowered Geelong by 47 points after a level half-time, piling on a decisive second‑half run built on clearance dominance and territory control.
• Will Ashcroft won the Norm Smith Medal for best on ground for a second time, with Harris Andrews influential in defence and Charlie Cameron kicking four goals.
• Jeremy Cameron sustained a serious right‑arm injury in a collision with Patrick Dangerfield, played on with limited impact, and finished with his arm in a sling as coach Chris Scott explained the delayed substitution decision.
• Tom Stewart missed the decider under concussion protocols, with Rhys Stanley’s return reshaping roles and giving Mark Blicavs flexibility that could not blunt Brisbane’s midfield and defensive control.
• Media and fans criticised Geelong for not subbing Cameron earlier, with calls for AFL scrutiny and renewed debate over the in‑game substitute rule, which reports indicate is slated for removal in 2026.