India vs Australia Test at MCG Draws Record-Breaking Attendance
The final day witnessed an unexpected surge in attendance, leading to logistical challenges for the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC).
The fourth Test match between India and Australia at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has set a remarkable new attendance record, drawing a total of 373,691 fans over five days.
This figure surpasses the previous record of 350,534, which had stood since 1937 during an Ashes Test match featuring Sir Donald Bradman.
Attendance Breakdown
The daily attendance figures throughout the match were impressive:
- Day 1: 87,242
- Day 2: 85,147
- Day 3: 83,073
- Day 4: 43,867
- Day 5: 51,371 (with more expected later in the day)
This record marks the highest attendance for any Test match in Australia and highlights the growing popularity of cricket, particularly during the Boxing Day Test, which traditionally attracts large crowds. Cricket Australia confirmed that this achievement not only broke the historical record but also emphasized the significance of this particular match in cricketing history.
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The final day witnessed an unexpected surge in attendance, leading to logistical challenges for the Melbourne Cricket Club (MCC). They had to open Yarra Park for additional parking due to traffic congestion caused by limited access points into the stadium.
