The AFL has guaranteed this grand final pre-game will be entertaining - and different.
Iconic American rapper Snoop Dogg has been confirmed to headline the pre-game show on September 27 at the MCG.
He was an unlikely and undisputed star of last year's Paris Olympics, joining TV personality Martha Stewart to provide commentary for NBC.
They went to the dressage final dressed in full equestrian gear, including helmets.
"100,000 fans. And the two best teams. And your boy big Snoop D-O-double G at the M-C-G," he said in his video announcement.
"Can't wait to see y'all in September for the Telstra pre-game entertainment brought to you by ... me."
He's the latest big-name international act lured to the grand final, following Robbie Williams, Katy Perry and Kiss.
Snoop Dogg's career spans more than three decades and features hits including Gin and Juice, Drop It Like It's Hot, Beautiful and Young, Wild & Free.
"The AFL grand final is the biggest event on the Australian sporting calendar - and this year, it just got a whole lot bigger," AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon said.
"Snoop Dogg is a pioneer, a performer, and a true entertainer. He's played to packed stadiums around the world - but we think 100,000 fans at the MCG might just be his most iconic crowd yet.
"From Long Beach to the biggest stage in Australian sport, Snoop Dogg is coming to the MCG. And we're ready to make history."
Snoop Dogg was denied entry to Australia in 2007 on character grounds, but Dillon noted he has toured since and expects no issues.
He also expects no problems with the content of Snoop Dogg's act.
"If you saw his performance at the end of the Olympics, he's got family-friendly ways of doing that.
Dillon also said the rapper would probably collaborate with local artists as part of his pre-game set.
The AFL boss said Snoop Dogg already supports the Western Bulldogs and might find his way into the commentary box on grand final day.
"That's a very good question - he's all-in on it, he has his Sherrin and he's practising his handball, his kicking skill.
"Who knows, he might get a little cameo in the commentary box as well."
