Live: Daicos claims first major award ahead of AFL's All Australian team reveal
The AFL's All Australian team of 2026 will be unveiled at its official awards night, alongside the crowning of the Rising Star and the league's MVP. Follow live.
Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson stole the show at the AFL Awards with a powerful speech about mental health, earning Best Captain and Most Courageous Player awards, and being named vice captain of the All Australian team. Dawson's brother passed away earlier this year, and he has spoken openly about his struggles with mental health throughout the season.
Despite losing the Best Captain award to Max Gawn, Gawn has been selected to lead the team, marking his record ninth All Australian blazer. Marcus Bontempelli earned selection for an eighth time, and Nick Daicos was named player of the year by both coaches and his fellow players, also winning the Leigh Matthews MVP award. Carlton's Jagga Smith was named Rising Star for 2026.
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