With AFL broadcasters now granted the ability to field their own team for games of the season in 2025, fans can prepare for a wealth of new talent and opportunities for pundits in all corners of the media landscape.
The AFL media coverage is expansive and ranges from commentary to breaking news and expert analysis.
Below we've listed six of the AFL media's most exciting up-and-comers who may already be established commentators, players or media personalities, and are now beginning to make their mark in the world of AFL football.
1. Xander McGuire
McGuire's rise to success has been rapid and largely marred by claims of nepotism. But while his father's weight in the industry can lend him a hand, the general consensus among audiences is that he is very good at what he does.
McGuire started his career with three years of broadcasting at Channel Nine before heading to Channel Seven for the 2025 AFL season. As well as being part of Seven's game day coverage, he will also be a co-host on the AFL website's "The Round So Far."
Whatever criticisms people might have with the McGuire family, at 22 years old it looks like Xander will be here to stay.
