Should the NRL Grand Final be played at the MCG?
Tell us below. Sydney has been the traditional home of the rugby league grand final and is unlikely to give up the hosting rights without a fight, but Mr Hulls said Melbourne’s premier status as sports capital made it the natural choice for seasons in which the Storm dominates. “This is the sporting capital of Australia, and if the rugby league final was held in Melbourne the MCG would be absolutely packed, and I think the Storm deserves it,” he said. “I think it’s something that ought to be raised and I will be raising it with the Premier of NSW when I go up and see him. “The fact is they will get a good crowd at the grand final and I hope the majority of people support Melbourne Storm but let’s not kid ourselves, Melbourne is the sporting capital of Australia and what better opportunity to showcase rugby league and Melbourne Storm than to consider having the grand final in Melbourne.” Mr Hulls said Sydney should build another major sports precinct capable of competing with the MCG if
