Three Geelong stars named in 2025 All Australian squad

Three Geelong Cats have earned a place among the AFL’s elite, named in the 44-player squad for the 2025 All Australian team.

Star forward Jeremy Cameron, midfielder Max Holmes and recruit Bailey Smith are all in contention for the final 22 to be revealed this Thursday, 28 August, at the AFL Awards.

Cameron, a four-time All Australian, produced a powerhouse season up forward, slotting 83 goals across 23 matches and averaging 7.9 score involvements per game. He remains one of the league’s most dangerous key forwards.

Midfield dynamo Max Holmes has surged into the squad after a breakout year, averaging nearly 27 disposals and 10 contested possessions per game. It’s his first selection in the 44-player squad, following an extended squad nod in 2024.

New Cat Bailey Smith has also impressed since joining Geelong, leading the squad in disposals with 31.7 per game and dominating clearances and inside 50s. His form has added a vital layer to the Cats’ midfield depth.

The squad announcement reflects a strong season for Geelong’s top tier, with all three players pivotal in the club’s finals push.

The All Australian team, chosen as if to play a real match, is selected by a panel of former greats and AFL figures, including Nathan Buckley, Abbey Holmes and Kane Cornes.

The final 22-player team will be announced during the AFL Awards ceremony on Thursday evening.

FULL 2025 ALL AUSTRALIAN SQUAD (by club):

Adelaide Crows:
Jordan Dawson, Mark Keane, Izak Rankine, Riley Thilthorpe, Josh Worrell

Brisbane Lions:
Harris Andrews, Zac Bailey, Josh Dunkley, Hugh McCluggage, Dayne Zorko

Collingwood:
Josh Daicos, Nick Daicos, Jamie Elliott

Fremantle:
Andrew Brayshaw, Jordan Clark, Luke Jackson, Caleb Serong

Geelong Cats:
Jeremy Cameron, Max Holmes, Bailey Smith

Gold Coast SUNS:
Noah Anderson, Sam Collins, Ben King, Ben Long, Matt Rowell

GWS GIANTS:
Lachie Ash, Finn Callaghan, Tom Green, Sam Taylor

Hawthorn:
Josh Battle, Jack Gunston

Melbourne:
Max Gawn, Kysaiah Pickett

Port Adelaide:
Zak Butters, Mitch Georgiades