It's going to be a long summer - but a good one - as The Ashes series captivates our attention through November, December and January.
Can Australia retain the Ashes - an honour they have owned since 2018?
Or will England get their hands back on cricket's most famous urn?
AllSportsPeople has all the dates for the upcoming Ashes series.
The Ashes 2025/26 Schedule
The 2025/26 Ashes Test series is a part of the World Test Championship 2025-27 cycle. Here is the full schedule for the five-match series:
| Fixture | Date | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| AUS vs ENG 1st Test | Nov 21-25 | Perth Stadium |
| AUS vs ENG 2nd Test (D/N) | Dec 4-8 | The Gabba, Brisbane |
| AUS vs ENG 3rd Test | Dec 17-21 | Adelaide Oval |
| AUS vs ENG 4th Test | Dec 26-30 | Melbourne Cricket Ground |
| AUS vs ENG 5th Test | Jan 4-8 | Sydney Cricket Ground |
What time does the First Ashes Test start between Australia and England?
The first 2025/26 Ashes Test between Australia and England takes place at Perth Stadium from Friday November 21 to Tuesday November 25. The first ball will be bowled at 10:20 a.m. Local time.
Here’s how that time translates across Australia:
| Date | First Ball |
Australian Western Standard Time | Fri, Nov. 21 | 10:20 a.m. |
Australian Eastern Daylight Time | Fri, Nov. 21 | 1:20 p.m. |
Australian Eastern Standard Time | Fri, Nov. 21 | 12:20 p.m. |
Australian Central Daylight Time | Fri, Nov. 21 | 12:50 a.m. |
Australia vs. England first Ashes Test live stream, TV channel
- Free-to-air channel: Channel 7
- Live stream: Kayo, Foxtel, 7plus
The 2025/26 Ashes series is available for live TV broadcast on Fox Cricket and Channel 7 in Australia. Streaming options are available on Foxtel, 7plus and Kayo Sports.
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The Ashes: What is the current Australia vs England Head-to-Head in Tests?
Currently, the Aussies lead the charts with the most Ashes series won, 34 to England's 32, while 7 series have resulted in draws.
| Series Played | Australia wins | England win | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 | 34 | 32 | 7 |
| Matches Played | Australia wins | England win | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| 361 | 152 | 111 | 98 |