Footy fans have delivered an emphatic response to Sam Newman’s Welcome to Country requests during the week.
Newman stirred controversy when he pleaded with fans to boo during the tradition ahead of the national anthem.
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On Friday night a packed MCG quietly and respectfully listened while Uncle Colin Hunter Jr gave an upbeat Welcome to Country.
On Saturday at the Gabba the fans found their voice in extraordinary scenes.
After the initial introduction, the crowd was encouraged to get involved with the stock standard Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, Oi, Oi, Oi chant.
The noise radiating from the stan...
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