25/03/2026
Before becoming a legendary cricketer, Shane Warne dreamed of playing Australian Rules Football (AFL) for St Kilda, playing for their under-19s (1987β1988) and one reserve game.
He was a talented forward, kicking 25 goals in 15 games in 1988, including a seven-goal game against Hawthorn, but was delisted by St Kilda, leading him to pursue cricket full-time.
Club: He was part of the St Kilda Football Club system.
AFL Dream: Growing up, he desired to be an AFL footballer more than a cricketer.V
Key Moments: He played in the under-19s team and was promoted to the reserve team (one step below professional).
Goal-kicker: In 1988, he played as a forward, highlighting his ability to kick 7 goals in a single under-19s game against Hawthorn.
Transition to Cricket: Following his delisting from St Kilda in 1988, he focused entirely on cricket, eventually becoming known as the "King of Spin".Before becoming a legendary cricketer, Shane Warne dreamed of playing Australian Rules Football (AFL) for St Kilda, playing for their under-19s (1987β1988) and one reserve game.
He was a talented forward, kicking 25 goals in 15 games in 1988, including a seven-goal game against Hawthorn, but was delisted by St Kilda, leading him to pursue cricket full-time.
Club: He was part of the St Kilda Football Club system.
AFL Dream: Growing up, he desired to be an AFL footballer more than a cricketer.
Key Moments: He played in the under-19s team and was promoted to the reserve team (one step below professional).
Goal-kicker: In 1988, he played as a forward, highlighting his ability to kick 7 goals in a single under-19s game against Hawthorn.
Transition to Cricket: Following his delisting from St Kilda in 1988, he focused entirely on cricket, eventually becoming known as the "King of Spin".
Warne remained a passionate fan of St Kilda and AFL throughout his life, frequently mentioning his early ambition to be a professional football player.
Warne remained a passionate fan of St Kilda and AFL throughout his life, frequently mentioning his early ambition to be a professional football player.