The countdown has begun for one of cricket’s greatest rivalries as Australia and England gear up for The Ashes 2025–26, a five-match Test series running from 21 November 2025 to 8 January 2026. This edition brings a rare twist to tradition. For the first time since the 1982–83 series, the Ashes in Australia will not begin at The Gabba. Instead, the curtain-raiser will be played at Perth Stadium, while The Gabba hosts the second Test, a historic pink-ball day-night encounter, the first of its kind in Ashes history for the venue.

The Ashes has spanned more than 140 years, producing 73 memorable series so far. Australia lead the tally with 34 series wins, England have claimed 32, and seven have ended in a draw. Australia have held the urn since 2017, and despite entering as favourites once again, this series carries a sense of intrigue and unpredictability.

Where to Watch the Ashes 2025–26

Here’s a region-wise breakdown of platforms broadcasting and streaming the series:

India

TV: Sony Sports Network

Streaming: Sony LIV
Fans who prefer OTT streaming may also find coverage on Jio Hotstar depending on regional arrangements.

United Kingdom

TV: TNT Sports

Streaming: discovery+
The channel is also accessible via Sky, BT, and Virgin packages.

Australia

TV: Fox Cricket and Channel 9

Streaming: Kayo Sports, Foxtel, 9Now

United States

TV & Streaming: Willow TV

Pakistan

TV: PTV Sports

Streaming: Tamasha / Tapmad

Sub-Saharan Africa

TV: SuperSport

Streaming: SuperSport App

Full Schedule: Ashes 2025–26

Local Time Schedule

IST Schedule

Head-to-Head in Tests

ICC World Test Championship (2025–27) Standings

Australia Squad (Ashes 2025–26)

Steve Smith (Captain), Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Josh Inglis, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster, Scott Boland.

England Squad (Ashes 2025–26)

Ben Stokes (Captain), Harry Brook, Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Will Jacks, Ollie Pope, Matthew Potts, Joe Root, Jamie Smith, Josh Tongue, Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, Gus Atkinson, Shoaib Bashir, Jacob Bethell, Brydon Carse.

What to Expect This Series

Australia: Favourites but with Questions

Australia come in strong, backed by a destructive pace unit of Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, Nathan Lyon, and Scott Boland. However, doubts linger over:

• Pat Cummins’ fitness (he is ruled out of the opening Test)
• Their top-order’s consistency in recent home series.

England: Their Best Chance in 14 Years?

England’s last Ashes triumph in Australia came in 2010–11. Yet many believe this is their best shot since then.
Reasons include:

• A more complete pace attack
• Joe Root’s hunger for a first Test century on Australian soil
• The fearless “Bazball” approach

If Jofra Archer stays fit, his pace could tilt the series.

Key Players to Watch

Australia

• Steve Smith: Still their most reliable Test batter.
• Marnus Labuschagne: Crucial at No. 3.
• Starc & Hazlewood: The two who can swing momentum in sessions.

England

• Joe Root: The pillar of England’s batting.
• Jofra Archer: Potential series-defining weapon.
• Harry Brook: Vice-captain with a modern, attacking style.

Tips for a Smooth Ashes Viewing Experience

• Subscribe to your preferred broadcaster before the series begins.
• Use a stable, high-speed internet connection (10 Mbps+ recommended).
• Keep apps updated for the best streaming quality.
• Check time zones, Australian Tests start early for many regions.
• Use a legal VPN only where geo-blocking applies.