Sports commentary is a tough gig. It requires a blend of knowledge and personality to ascend to the country's elite in any code - and no code has more moving parts than Australian rules football.
As the footy public has seen in recent days, however, it's a ruthless gig too. A veteran of the game, and member of this top ten, has found himself out of a calling chair, as one broadcaster looks to go in a different direction.
Who are some some of those who've become beloved staples in our weekend watching and listening routines? And what are their greatest strengths?
We cast our verdict as to the ten best callers covering the great game.
10Alister Nicholson
The consummate professional, Alister Nicholson has emerged as one of the country's finest play-by-play callers in recent years, blending character and accuracy.
Nicholson recently made the transition from the ABC Grandstand airwaves to television, and will be a regular fixture of Channel Seven's Friday Night Footy call team in season 2026.
A proud Tasmanian, Nicholson boasts versatility and a tangible enthusiasm for the game. This enthusiasm makes his calling accessible to fans, earmarking him as a star on the rise in the country's calling ranks.
