THE transition from footy field to comedy festival might not be as easy as they thought.

Retired AFL champions Jonathan Brown and Brian Lake are in the midst of the Great Aussie Pub Tour, which kicked off in Melbourne on Sunday.

They took some fans to a local pub and either treated them to or forced them through — depending on your perspective — a stand-up comedy battle.

We’re thinking the beers would have helped as the fans certainly seemed to enjoy Brian and Browny’s material more than you would expect.

Round 18

Admittedly, Browny’s question of “What did Jay Z call his girlfriend before they were engaged?” and answer of “Fiance!” did made us chuckle, if only because of his delivery.

But they should probably both stick to talking footy.

SEE BRIAN AND BROWNY’S STAND-UP ROUTINES IN THE VIDEO PLAYER ABOVE