The wait is finally over the Ashes 2025-26 is set to begin on 21 November, marking the start of cricket oldest and most intense rivalry. This year series will be played in Australia across five iconic Test venues. The opening Test will take place at the Perth Stadium, making it the first time since the 1982-83 series that the Ashes will not start at the Gabba.
Both teams enter the series with strong expectations. Steve Smith will lead Australia in the first Test due to Pat Cummins injury, while Ben Stokes commands a confident England team aiming for their first Ashes series win in Australia since 2010-11.
Ashes Test Timing in India: Match Starts Early Morning
Indian fans eager to watch the action live will need to wake up early. The 1st Ashes Test between Australia and England will begin at:
India Match Start Time (IST)
- 7:50 AM IST – Match Start
- 7:30 AM IST – Toss
Since the match is happening in Perth, the time difference pushes the game into early hours for Indian viewers. Missing the start could mean missing big moments, so fans may want to set alarms!
Where to Watch Ashes 2025-26 Live in India?
Indian fans can enjoy the entire Ashes series on both TV and mobile platforms.
Live Telecast on TV
- Star Sports Network
Matches will be broadcast with English commentary and high-quality coverage.
Live Streaming
- JioCinema / JioHotstar App & Website
Mobile users can stream the matches live, including pre-match analysis and highlights.
Whether watching on TV or phone, fans can enjoy world-class commentary teams and detailed match coverage.
Also see: Australia Announce Playing XI for 1st Ashes Test
Ashes Head-to-Head Records
The Ashes is more than a cricket series – it is a tradition that has lasted for more than 140 years. Here are the updated historical numbers based on your data:
Series Record
- Australia won: 34
- England won: 32
- Drawn: 7
Overall Test Record Between the Two Teams
Out of 364 Test matches:
| Result | Matches |
|---|---|
| Australia Won | 152 |
| England Won | 112 |
| Drawn | 97 |
Australia clearly lead, but England will try to change the story this time.
Also see: England Announce 12-Man Squad for Ashes 2025
Full Squads for Ashes 1st Test
Australia Squad
Usman Khawaja, Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (Captain for 1st Test), Travis Head, Cameron Green, Alex Carey (WK), Mitchell Starc, Nathan Lyon, Brendan Doggett, Scott Boland, Pat Cummins (Captain – out of 1st Test), Josh Hazlewood, Beau Webster, Josh Inglis, Michael Neser.
Two players – Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett – are set to make their Test debut.
England 12-Man Squad
Ben Duckett, Zak Crawley, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (Captain), Jamie Smith (WK), Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Mark Wood, Jofra Archer, Shoaib Bashir.
England pace attack looks sharp with Wood and Archer returning, while Bazball aggressive batting will be tested in Australian conditions.
The Ashes isn’t just a series – it’s an emotional chapter in cricket history. With Australia defending their home turf and England hungry for redemption, the opening Test in Perth is expected to deliver high drama. Indian fans can catch all the excitement live on Star Sports and JioHotstar, starting bright and early at 7:50 AM IST.
