With Ashes 2025-26 Around the corner, around the former England spinner Monty Panesar He stirred the controversy by offering a bold prediction about how the five-match Test series would unfold. Set to begin in Perth on November 21, the Ashes remains cricket’s most formidable and fiercely competitive rivalry. As both teams prepare for another heartbreaking battle on Australian soil, Panesar believes that England can have the upper hand, especially given the current concerns surrounding Australia’s squad balance and form.
Monty Panesar questions Australia’s squad strength
Talkative Senwa breakfastPanesar has openly addressed what he perceives as weaknesses in the Australian Setup. With Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood Ruled out due to injury concerns, Panesar suggested Australia’s PACE weapons were somewhat depleted compared to recent years.
“You look at Australia and there’s no Pat Cummins and there’s no Josh Hazlewood. There’s an opening with a David Warner replacement, but we don’t know how it’s going to go.” Panesar said Australia referred to Australia’s transition at the top of the order David Warnerpension.
Panesar also raised concerns about the veteran opener’s form USMAN KHAWAJAThose who have struggled for consistency for several seasons in the past.
“Usman Khawaja, over the last few years, his record hasn’t been great, let’s be honest.” He suggested that the instability in his head could put him under pressure early.
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Panesar believes England have a genuine opportunity to dominate the opening exchanges, something they rarely do in Australia. It revealed that a strong start could swing sharply in England’s favour.
“I think only England are on the edge. If England win the first Test match, they can win the series.” Panesar said confidently.
He expects England’s aggressive style Ben Stokes and Brendon McCullum Making an impact on Australian pitches, especially in conditions that can favor fast, fearless cricket. Offering a detailed breakdown of his predicted score, Panesar said he expects England to get off to an early start in Australia.
“I think they (England) will win in Brisbane, Adelaide, probably Australia, Melbourne, I think maybe Australia.” Panesar was predicted.
He believes the series could go 2-2 in the final Test, with the stage set for a thrilling decider in Sydney. Supporting England’s young spinner Shoaib Bashir In Sydney’s traditionally spin setting, Panesar concluded that the visitors could open the series.
“It will be a battle of the spinners if they all go into Sydney. Who knows. Panesar added.
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