The AFL Regulations for the NAB Cup (Regulation 28.3.1) state separately as follows, for a match that is not able to commence:
28.3 Pre-season competition
- 28.3.1 Match not commenced
If a pre-season competition match is unable to commence for reasons beyond the control of the club, the general manager - football operations shall endeavour to reschedule the match so that a result can be obtained. If the match cannot be rescheduled, the winner will be decided by the toss of a coin.
Each club will be given the opportunity to provide its view to the AFL on whether the match was unable to commence for reasons beyond Essendon's control. A final determination will then be made by the AFL.
All patrons who bought a ticket for tonight's game will be eligible for a full refund. Patrons who purchased a ticket via credit card will have the amount automatically refunded to their personal account within five (5) days, while patrons with cash sales should return with their tickets to the point of purchase after 12pm Monday March 5, for a refund.
