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When is the next Ashes series in England? Schedule, dates and chosen grounds for 2027

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The 2025-26 Ashes hasn't even started yet down under but already there is an excitement about the famous series returning to England in two years' time. 

With origins dating back to the 1800s, the rivalry between Australia and England is one of the oldest and fiercest in world sport, while the iconic urn is among the most prestigious prizes in cricket.

Australia defended their title the last time they made the trip to England in 2023, drawing an epic series 2-2 to hold onto the urn. While all eyes are on the upcoming series starting on November 21st, here are all the latest details for the 2027 series. 

2027 Ashes Schedule: Key dates and fixtures 

The exact dates of the 2027 Ashes have yet to be confirmed but the series have exclusively taken place in the UK summer months so we have enough information to make an educated guess right now. 

The 2023 series started with the first day of the first test on June 16th and ended with the final day of the fifth test on July 31st. 

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2027 Ashes: Chosen Grounds 

We do know where the five Ashes tests in 2027 will be played, with the most famous cricket grounds in England chosen. 

  • 1st test - Edgbaston, Birmingham
  • 2nd test - Lord’s,  London 
  • 3rd test - Trent Bridge,  Nottingham 
  • 4th test - Ageas Bowl, Southampton
  • 5th test - The Oval, London

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Who has won the most Ashes series?

The Ashes is one of the most tightly contested rivalries in sport with a near-even split across the 73 series. 

Australia have the slight winning record with 34 series victories to England's 32. There has been seven drawn series with two coming in the most recent series in England. 

Australia have not won an away series since 2001 while the most famous series in recent history took place on their next trip in 2005 when England ended an 18-year wait to lift the famous urn. 

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