Perth Stadium to Host 2025-26 Ashes Series Opener

The iconic Gabba in Brisbane has been substituted by Perth Stadium as the venue for the inaugural match of the 2025-26 Ashes series featuring Australia and England. This shift signifies the first instance since 1982 that the Ashes opener will not take place in Brisbane. The series is set to commence at Optus Stadium in Perth on November 21, with subsequent traditional matches scheduled in Brisbane, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Sydney.