After fourteen long periods of frustration Australia, English come for Ashes 2025/26 with a rare mixture of hunger, fearlessness and unfinished business. This First match of five games in 2025-26 It will start on Friday, November 21 and will host PACE at the Pertus stadium.
England’s hunger and Australia’s quest for superiority
Their last triumph came down to the distant glimmer of 2010-11, a memory that grew heavier with each failed tour. Alt Ben Stokes‘courageous leadership and Brendon McCullumNow the fearless, pace-driven ‘baseball’ philosophy believes they can break England’s droughts on the world’s toughest shrinking ground. Armed with intent and renewed confidence, PACE enter the series opener looking not just to compete, but to rewrite history itself.
Australia walk into the ashes of 2025/26 with their own set of challenges, still an intimidating force, as they are set up to thrive in crisis. Injuries Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood has forced a sudden readjustment of its attacks, but the leadership gives the land in safe hands with the mantle Steve SmithKim’s Ashes record continues to stand as one of cricket’s greatest modern legacies. Smith’s ability to charge under pressure, control sessions and dictate pace gives Australia a sustained presence during a moment of transition. Around, it turns out Scott Boland A metronomic tormentor, he has been one of the most quietly impressive stories in recent Test cricket, his seam-perfect spells flying games within games.
Australia’s batting core is still solid and unforgiving with home conditions
1. Channel seven commentator
Channel Seven has assembled one of the most star-studded commentary line-ups for the Ashes 2025/26 led by the iconic duo Ricky ponting and ex England is excellent Stuart widebroadcast gives a perfect blend of an Australian sharpness and English. The panel gets even stronger on arrival David ‘Bumble’ Lloyd From the third test, adding humor and deep tactical insight.
Like heavyweights Justin Langer, Matthew Hayden, Greg Blewett, Simon Katich, Trent Copeland, Aaron Finch and Damor flamzane Provide a rich blend of batting, bowling and coaching intelligence. Hosting Responsibilities Mel McLaughlin and James Brayshaw, supported by James Brayshaw Tim Lane, Alison Mitchell and Alisty Nicholson in interpretation fees. An expert Umpiring perspective is provided by the fifth ICC Umpire of the Year Simon Taufelrespected journalists Peter Lalor and Bharat Sundaresan Complete coverage with news and in-depth reports.
Channel Seven
Ricky Ponting, Stuart Broad, David Lloyd (from 3rd Test), MEL MCHAUGHLING, Tim Lane, Alison Mitchell, Alison Lange, Matthew Hayden, Simon Katich, Hodge, Lisa Sthalekar, Callum Ferguson, Simon Taufel, Peter Lalor, Bharat Sundaresan
2. Fox cricket commentators
Fox Cricket’s Ashes 2025/26 commentary team is led by Adam Gilchrist, Mark Waugh and Brett Lee, a powerhouse of Australian legends who bring elite-level insight and energy. They feature England captain Michael Vaughan and broadcast star Jesus Guha, a keen English perspective. One of the biggest additions this year is David Warner, stepping into commentary for the first time, bringing his ultimate player insight and trademark bravado. The team is made up of Mark Howard, Brad Haddin, Michael Hüsey, Kerry O’Keeffe, Brendon Julian and Mel Jones, forming a deep, versatile panel capable of delivering analysis, humor and high quality match series.
Fox cricket
Adam Gilchrist, Mark Waugh, Brett Lee, Michael Vaughan, David Warner, Mark Howard, Brad Haddey, Kerry O’Keeffe, Brendon Julian, Mel Julian
3. TNT Sports (UK) commentators
For viewers in the UK, TNT Sports presents a polished and deep shadow commentary panel led by presenter Becky Ives. The coverage is a mix of noted English cricketers such as Sir Alastair Cook and Steven Fine, combined with Justin Langer’s incisive analysis to provide a balanced cross-sectional perspective. The commentary roster includes experienced broadcasters Alastair Eykyn and Rob Luke, while Ebony Rainford-Brent adds analytical depth and clarity to the broadcast. Together, they offer England fans a comprehensive, modern and high-quality viewing experience fit for cricket’s biggest test competition.
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