Episode 3 of 3

Inter-Colonial Match

When
March 1856
Where
Melbourne Cricket Ground
Part of
Melbourne Cricket Ground officially opens

The first inter-colonial cricket match at the MCG was played in March 1856 between Victoria and New South Wales.

The first inter-colonial cricket match to be played at the MCG was between Victoria and New South Wales in March 1856. This match highlighted the ground's growing status as a major sports venue.

Sources

  1. Melbourne Cricket Ground Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-27

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