The legendary Ashes rivalry kicks off in Perth on November 21, 2025! With Pat Cummins out and Steve Smith leading Australia, and England’s pace attack at full strength, find out exactly how you can catch every moment of the action live from India.
Stand-in captain Steve Smith has confirmed Australia’s XI for the Ashes 2025 opener in Perth, featuring two debutants—Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett—with Marnus Labuschagne returning to No.3.
Australian pace spearhead Josh Hazlewood insists playing Test, ODI, and T20I cricket is still achievable—if players manage their schedules with discipline, selectivity, and open communication.
India faces a tough selection call: Should Washington Sundar bat at No.3 or serve as a bowling allrounder? With Sai Sudharsan in contention, his role hangs in the balance.
Steve Smith delivered a sharp rebuke to Monty Panesar after the ex-spinner suggested targeting him over Sandpapergate—highlighting Panesar’s infamous Celebrity Mastermind failure instead.
Former India cricketer Manoj Tiwary has accused team management of forcing Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli out of Test cricket, calling it a ‘manufactured transition’ and criticizing coach Gautam Gambhir for deflecting responsibility.