The legendary Ashes rivalry is set to reignite once again as the 2025-26 series kicks off in Perth on November 21. With the opening Test only days away, both are causing excitement among fans Australia and EnglishThose eager to witness another gripping chapter of the oldest rivalry in Test cricket. From Don bradman for Ian Hamhamfrom Shane Warne for Ben StokesThe Ashes has produced some of cricket’s greatest hits and most unforgettable moments.
For more than a century, the competition has shaped careers, rewritten record books and given world cricket some of the world’s fiercest battles. The upcoming series is expected to be no different, with both teams looking forward to a strong start as the Cricketing World looks set for another blockbuster summer.
Iceland cricket reveals its all-time combined Ashes XI with its greatest legends
In the build-up to the highly anticipated series, Icelandic cricketA humble apple for their unique humor and insights, the ever united Ashes left XI. The lineup posted on social media has an incredible amalgamation of near iconic performers who have dominated the Ashes in different eras.
It starts with the selected XI Matthew Hayden and Sir Len HuttonContains the most common keys in test history. Bradman, regarded as the greatest batsman of all time, slot number 3, followed KEN Barrington No. 4. The middle order gets stronger by the former Australian captain Steve Waughappointed skipper of the joining side.
His all-round role remains legendary for England, especially Sir Ian the Great, whose Ashes were their heroes in 1981. Adam Gilchrist Dons wicketeeping gloves, bringing explosive batting and unique gloves.
In the bowling attack, Iceland cricket favored a dream quartet: the Leg-Spin Wizard Shane WarneTearaway Quick Dennis Lilleeswing master Glenn McGrathand 20th century genius Sidney Barnes. Together, they form a bowling line-up capable of demolishing any batting order in any era.
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Ricky Ponting, Ben Stokes and David Gower were called the drinking vessel in a playful twist
In a humorous addition that sparked lively reactions, Iceland cricket named three giants of cricket-Ricky ponting, Ben Stokesand David Gower‘Drinking vessels’ for the XI at all times.
Ponting, one of the most successful captains in the history of cricket and the second highest run-getter in Ashes history with 2,576 runs, would normally roam any Xi. His tactical acumen and dominant batting were pivotal in Australia’s dominance of the Ashes in the 2000s. Meanwhile, Stokes, one of the most iconic Ashes batsmen ever with 135 under his belt, a performance in 2019 that has been permanently skewed.
Gower, graceful and stylish, scored more than 1,400 Ashes and England during the fiercely contested 1985 series. His inclusion as ‘The Waitress’ adds to the light-hearted tone of the list, showcasing Iceland’s trademark mix of cricket and humour.
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