Finally the first Ashes Test is here as Australia takes on England at Optus Stadium in Perth.
Can the Aussies retain the Ashes or will England cause a huge upset on the road?
With Australia having a number of different timezones, it might be hard to figure out what time each day finishes in your region.
AllSportsPeople has you covered as you plan your Ashes viewing.
What time does the Ashes finish each night? Stumps for first Test - Australia vs. England
With the first Test being in Perth, there might be some confusion around when play is scheduled to end each evening.
Here is the stumps time for different timezones across Australia:
| Date | Stumps |
Australian Western Standard Time | Nov 21-25 | 6:00 PM |
Australian Eastern Daylight Time | Nov 21-25 | 9:00 PM |
Australian Eastern Standard Time | Nov 21-25 | 8:00 PM |
Australian Central Daylight Time | Nov 21-25 | 8:30 PM |
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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What is the Test match schedule for the 2025/26 Ashes?
First Test, Perth Stadium, Perth
November 21-25
Second Test, The Gabba, Brisbane (D/N)
December 4-8
Third Test, Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
December 17-21
Fourth Test, MCG, Melbourne
December 26-30
Fifth Test, SCG, Sydney
January 4-8
