The 2025-26 Ashes Series has started perfectly for the hosts, with Australia recording comprehensive wins in the opening two Test matches in Perth and Brisbane.
Trailing 0-2, it means England now need to win the remaining three matches of the series to reclaim the Ashes with zero margin for error as the series heads to Adelaide.
AllSportsPeople looks at the key details ahead of the Third Test in Adelaide, including how to watch the match and start times.
What time does the Third Ashes Test start between Australia and England?
The Third 2025-26 Ashes Test between Australia and England takes place at the Adelaide Oval from Wednesday December 17 to Sunday December 21.
The first ball will be bowled at 10:00 a.m. Local time.
Here’s how that time translates across Australia.
| Date | First Ball |
Australian Central Daylight Time | Weds, Dec. 17 | 10:00 a.m. |
Australian Eastern Daylight Time | Weds, Dec. 17 | 10:30 a.m. |
Australian Eastern Standard Time | Weds, Dec. 17 | 9:30 a.m. |
Australian Western Standard Time | Weds, Dec. 17 | 7:30 a.m. |
Australia vs. England Third 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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What is the Test match schedule for the 2025-26 Ashes?
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 | Result |
AUS vs ENG 1st Test | Nov 21-25 | Perth Stadium | Australia won by 8 wickets |
AUS vs ENG 2nd Test (D/N) | Dec 4-8 | The Gabba, Brisbane | Australia won by 8 wickets |
AUS vs ENG 3rd Test | Dec 17-21 | Adelaide Oval |
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AUS vs ENG 4th Test | Dec 26-30 | Melbourne Cricket Ground |
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AUS vs ENG 5th Test | Jan 4-8 | Sydney Cricket Ground |