Where are The Ashes 2026-27 matches played?

The five Tests are played across Australia: 1st Test at The Gabba (Brisbane), 2nd Test at Adelaide Oval (day-night), 3rd Test at the MCG (Melbourne), 4th Test at the SCG (Sydney), and 5th Test at Perth Stadium (Perth).

How many Tests are in The Ashes 2026-27?

The Ashes 2026-27 consists of 5 Test matches. Each Test is played over 5 days, with play starting at 10:00 AM local time (except the Adelaide day-night Test which begins at 2:00 PM local time). The series spans nearly two months from late November to mid-January.

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When are The Ashes 2026-27?

Q: When are The Ashes 2026-27?

The Ashes 2026-27 series runs from November 27, 2026 to January 19, 2027. Australia hosts England for 5 Test matches across the Australian summer, with the first Test at The Gabba, Brisbane starting November 27.

Australia vs England — 5 Tests from November 27, 2026 to January 19, 2027 across five iconic Australian grounds. The ultimate cricket rivalry returns.

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The Gabba, BrisbaneFirst Test — Nov 27 – Dec 1, 2026

Full Test Schedule

First Test — NextThe Gabba, BrisbaneNov 27 – Dec 1, 2026Play starts: 10:00 AM AEST

Second TestAdelaide Oval, AdelaideDec 6 – Dec 10, 2026Day-Night TestPlay starts: 2:00 PM ACDT

Third TestMCG, MelbourneDec 17 – Dec 21, 2026Play starts: 10:00 AM AEDT

Fourth TestSCG, SydneyJan 2 – Jan 6, 2027Play starts: 10:00 AM AEDT

Fifth TestOptus Stadium, PerthJan 15 – Jan 19, 2027Play starts: 10:00 AM AWST

First Test Times Around the World

See when the First Test at The Gabba starts in your city. First ball at 10:00 AM AEST (midnight GMT).

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BrisbaneAustralia (Test 1)

10:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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AdelaideAustralia (Test 2)

10:30 AMFri, Nov 27

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MelbourneAustralia (Test 3)

11:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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SydneyAustralia (Test 4)

11:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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PerthAustralia (Test 5)

08:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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LondonUnited Kingdom

12:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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ManchesterUnited Kingdom

12:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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MumbaiIndia

05:30 AMFri, Nov 27

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KarachiPakistan

05:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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DubaiUAE

04:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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AucklandNew Zealand

01:00 PMFri, Nov 27

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New YorkUSA

07:00 PMThu, Nov 26

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JohannesburgSouth Africa

02:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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SingaporeSingapore

08:00 AMFri, Nov 27

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ColomboSri Lanka

05:30 AMFri, Nov 27

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NairobiKenya

03:00 AMFri, Nov 27

Where to Watch

🇦🇺 AustraliaChannel 7 / Fox Cricket / Kayo

🇬🇧 United KingdomBT Sport / TNT Sports

🇮🇳 IndiaStar Sports / Disney+ Hotstar

🇺🇸 USAWillow TV

🇳🇿 New ZealandSky Sport NZ

🌍 WorldwideICC.tv (select regions)

The Ashes 2026-27 FAQ

When do The Ashes 2026-27 start?

The Ashes 2026-27 start on Friday, November 27, 2026 with the First Test at The Gabba in Brisbane. Play begins at 10:00 AM AEST (midnight GMT / 7:00 PM EST on Nov 26). The series runs through five Tests until January 19, 2027.

Where are The Ashes 2026-27 being played?

The Ashes 2026-27 are played across five iconic Australian venues: The Gabba (Brisbane), Adelaide Oval (Adelaide — day-night Test), MCG (Melbourne), SCG (Sydney), and Optus Stadium (Perth). Australia hosts The Ashes every other series, alternating with England.

What time does play start in The Ashes?

Day Tests (Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth) begin at 10:00 AM local time. The Adelaide day-night Test starts at 2:00 PM local time (ACDT). Start times in UTC and other timezones vary by venue — check the timezone grid above for the First Test times in your city.

What time are The Ashes in the UK?

UK fans face late-night and overnight viewing. The Brisbane Test starts at midnight GMT. Melbourne and Sydney Tests start at 11:00 PM GMT the evening before. The Perth Test starts at 2:00 AM GMT. The Adelaide day-night Test starts at 4:30 AM GMT. Classic Ashes overnight viewing for England fans!

How many Tests are in The Ashes?

The Ashes is a 5-match Test series. Each Test is scheduled for 5 days of play, with a 6th day reserve if time is lost to weather. The team that wins the most Tests wins the series and takes home (or retains) the famous Ashes urn.

Where can I watch The Ashes?

In Australia: Channel 7 (free-to-air), Fox Cricket, and Kayo Sports. In the UK: BT Sport / TNT Sports. In India: Star Sports and Disney+ Hotstar. In the USA: Willow TV. In New Zealand: Sky Sport NZ. Other regions can stream via ICC.tv where available.

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