The highly anticipated Ashes 2025–26 Test series between Australia and England begins on 21 November 2025 at Perth Stadium.
The five-Test showdown runs until early January and promises fierce competition. as England attempt to reclaim the Ashes urn on Australian soil.
In what could be a defining moment for Australian cricket, the home side will start the series without skipper Pat Cummins .
due to a back injury, as well as Josh Hazlewood being sidelined with a hamstring issue. England, led by Ben Stokes, arrive with firepower in their pace battery and a squad brimming with experience.
Schedule & Key Matchups
The Ashes schedule is packed with marquee venues across Australia:
- 1st Test: 21–25 Nov, Perth Stadium, Perth
- 2nd Test: 4–8 Dec, The Gabba, Brisbane (day/night)
- 3rd Test: 17–21 Dec, Adelaide Oval
- 4th Test: 26–30 Dec, MCG, Melbourne
- 5th Test: 4–8 Jan, Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG)
Australia will lean on a mix of youth and experience — including Steve Smith, Marnus Labuschagne, and Cameron Green — to handle the absence of Cummins and Hazlewood.
On the England side, Jofra Archer, Mark Wood, Harry Brook, and Joe Root bring balance to their batting and bowling units.
Where to Watch: Telecast & Streaming
Cricket fans across India can follow the Ashes live on Star Sports 1 and Star Sports 1 HD. For those preferring to stream, the entire Ashes 2025–26 series will be available on JioHotstar.
Internationally, ways to watch vary:
in Australia, the series will stream on Kayo Sports and be televised on Channel 7 and Foxtel.
In the UK, fans can view via TNT Sports on discovery+, with radio coverage by BBC Test Match Special.
What’s at Stake
This Ashes series could redefine the balance in England–Australia cricket rivalry.
Australia will be tested without key fast bowlers, putting the onus on their batting lineup and supporting pace options. like Scott Boland and Brendan Doggett.
England, meanwhile, has a potent attack and deep batting.
but will need consistency across all five Tests to win away from home — something they haven’t done since 2011.
With history on the line, the Ashes 2025–26 is shaping up to be a battle of grit, skill, and ambition.
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