Australia and England meet again in the second Ashes Test at the Gabba. Australia hold a 1-0 lead after a strong win in Perth and look settled and confident after eight wins in their last ten Tests. They have also not lost a home Test to England since 2011.
The second Test of the series will be played with a pink ball and is a day-night affair.
Travis Head was the star in Perth with a brave and fast knock. His attack put England under pressure and turned the tide for the home team.
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The Gabba has troubled England for many years. They have won only four Tests out of 22 played on this venue since 1933.
In this article, AllSportsPeople takes you through all the details related to how and where to watch the second Ashes Test between Australia and England.
Australia vs. England live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch the second 2025/26 Ashes Test match in India:
TV channel: Star Sports Network
Live stream: Jio Hotstar
This match is available for live TV broadcast on Star Sports Network in India. Fans can also watch the live stream on Jio Hotstar.
What time does Australia vs. England kick off?
The second 2025/26 Ashes Test match takes place at the Gabba in Brisbane, Australia and kicks off on Thursday, December 4 at 2:00 p.m. Local time. This translates to 9:30 a.m. Indian time.
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Australia vs. England lineups, team news
Australia will probably make changes for the 2nd Ashes Test after Usman Khawaja failed to recover from his back issue.
His absence means Travis Head is likely to continue as opener with Jake Weatherald. Josh Inglis may come into the middle order, as his batting against short balls could help Australia.
Beau Webster is again unlucky to miss out. Pat Cummins trained in the nets but is still not confirmed for this Test.
Australia predicted XI: Jake Weatherald, Travis Head, Marnus Labuschagne, Steven Smith (capt), Josh Inglis, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (wk), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett.
Reserve: Michael Neser, Beau Webster
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England have made one change with Mark Wood ruled out due to a knee problem. Will Jacks replaces him and will be the main spinner.
England chose Jacks ahead of Shoaib Bashir because he adds more with the bat. Jacks can also offer control in the middle overs. His selection shows England want balance in this pink-ball Test.
England predicted XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook (vice-captain), Ben Stokes (C), Jamie Smith (Wk), Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer
Reserve: Shoaib Bashir
2025/26 Ashes schedule
Here's the schedule for the five-match Test series between Australia and England:
| Date | Venue | City | Time (IST) / Results | |
| 1st Test | Nov. 21-25, 2025 | Optus Stadium | Perth | Australia won by 8 wickets |
| 2nd Test | Dec. 4-8, 2025 | The Gabba | Brisbane | 9:30 a.m. |
| 3rd Test | Dec. 17-21, 2025 | Adelaide Oval | Adelaide | 5:00 a.m. |
| 4th Test | Dec. 26-30, 2025 | MCG | Melbourne | 5:00 a.m. |
| 5th Test | Jan. 4-8, 2026 | SCG | Sydney | 5:00 a.m. |
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