The Ashes 2025-2026 series between Australia and England promises another thrilling chapter in cricket’s biggest rivalry. Hosted by Australia, who are the current holders of the Ashes having retained them with a draw in 2023, the series will feature five Test matches at iconic venues, beginning with the opener at Perth Stadium from 21-25 November 2025. Known for its fast and bouncy pitch, Perth will set the tone for the series. The action then moves to The Gabba in Brisbane for a day\/night Test from 4-8 December 2025, adding the challenge of the pink ball under lights.<\/p>\r\n
The festive season brings the Christmas Test at Adelaide Oval (17-21 December 2025), renowned for its picturesque setting and competitive history. The Boxing Day Test at Melbourne Cricket Ground (26-30 December 2025) will again draw massive crowds, blending cricket with holiday celebrations. Finally, the series concludes at Sydney Cricket Ground with the New Year\u2019s Test (4-8 January 2026), a venue steeped in tradition and known for producing memorable contests\u200b\u200b.<\/p>\r\n
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When: 21-25 November 2025
Where: Perth Stadium, Perth, Australia<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
<\/strong>When: 4-8 December 2025 (day\/night Test)
Where: The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
<\/strong>When: 17-21 December 2025
Where: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Australia<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
<\/strong>When: 26-30 December 2025
Where: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne, Australia<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n
<\/strong>When: 4-8 January 2026
Where: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney, Australia<\/p>","excerpt":"