Cricket: The Ashes 2025-2026 fixtures – Australia vs. England
21 November 2025 - 8 January 2026
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.
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’s Test (4-8 January 2026), a venue steeped in tradition and known for producing memorable contests.
The Ashes 2025-2026 Test fixtures
Ashes 1st Test – Australia vs. England
When: 21-25 November 2025
Where: Perth Stadium, Perth, Australia
Ashes 2nd Test – Australia vs. England
When: 4-8 December 2025 (day/night Test)
Where: The Gabba, Brisbane, Australia
Ashes 3rd Test – Australia vs. England
When: 17-21 December 2025
Where: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide, Australia
Ashes 4th Test – Australia vs. England
When: 26-30 December 2025
Where: Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), Melbourne, Australia
Ashes 5th Test – Australia vs. England
When: 4-8 January 2026
Where: Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney, Australia