England has revealed its 16-man squad for the upcoming 2025–26 Ashes series in Australia. The first Test begins on November 21 in Perth. This series is a major opportunity for England to reclaim the Ashes on foreign soil.
Ben Stokes will lead the team as captain after recovering from a shoulder injury. Harry Brook is appointed vice-captain, replacing Ollie Pope. The squad includes fast bowlers Jofra Archer and Mark Wood, both returning from injuries. Wood is recovering from knee surgery, while Archer has regained full fitness.
All-rounder Will Jacks makes a surprising return to the Test side after three years. He missed England’s recent white-ball tour due to a broken finger. Shoaib Bashir, who also had a finger injury in July, joins the squad to strengthen the spin options. The squad features six fast bowlers capable of bowling consistently above 90mph, giving England strong pace depth.
The Ashes schedule spans five iconic Australian venues:
- 1st Test: Perth Stadium, Nov 21–25
- 2nd Test (Day/Night): The Gabba, Brisbane, Dec 4–8
- 3rd Test: Adelaide Oval, Dec 17–21
- 4th Test: Melbourne Cricket Ground, Dec 25–29
- 5th Test: Sydney Cricket Ground, Jan 4–8, 2026
This series is part of the ICC World Test Championship cycle. Both teams aim to perform strongly as they compete for one of cricket’s most historic trophies.
England’s mix of experienced players and returning talents makes the squad competitive. Leadership changes and the return of key players from injury add intrigue to the series. Fans worldwide are eagerly awaiting the Ashes battles, which promise to be intense and exciting.
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