With Ashes 2025-26 With weeks away, the anticipation is building for what promises to be another blockbuster chapter in cricket’s oldest rivalry. The five-Test series, which begins in Perth from November 21, has been hotly debated among supporters and pundits over which side holds the upper hand. Adding his voice to the growing list of predictions, the former England spinner Graeme Swann He shared a gutsy finish that thrilled England supporters and is sure to raise eyebrows in Australian circles.
Graeme Swann predicts the result of the 2025-26 Ashes
Having been one of England’s greatest contemporary wicketkeepers in the successful 2009 and 2010-11 Ashes campaigns, Swann believes the upcoming series will be filled with drama and decisive results. Unlike previous tours, where he sometimes shaped series, Swann expects each test to wait for a clear winner to emerge.
His prediction signed off on a high-stakes display, something that fitted perfectly with England’s bold ‘baseball’ philosophy. Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum. Swann’s confidence in England reflects his confidence in his ability to play at home as well as his aggressive approach and develop mental toughness on overseas tours.
“I think every game is going to be a result and I think England will make it 3-2.” Swann, as quoted by Metro.co.uk.
England have traditionally struggled in Australia, failing to win a lower Ashes series since 2010-11. Recent rounds have been particularly difficult, including a 4–0 defeat in 2021–22. However, Swann suggests that the current squad is fearless, and a positive mindset could be the difference this time around.
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Teams close the line before the proficiency test
Both teams confirmed their squads ahead of the Perth Test, with Australia naming their XI and England announcing a 12-man squad. Australia made their Test debut Jake Weatherald and Brendan Doggett-Heatherald appointed to be USMAN KHAWAJAJoined by Doggett, the seventh opening partner since 2022 Mitchell Starc and Scott Boland As the third sailor.
for england Ollie Pope After scoring 100 and 90 points in the warm-up match, he holds the No. 3 spot and Branded wood Matched with hamstring soreness. Young spinner Shoaib Bashir included in the staff. On a grassy Perth pitch expected to help the fast bowlers, England kept all four pacers on board, Jofra Archer, Brydon Carseand Gus AtkinsonDirected as part of a seam-heavy approach.
