The oldest cricket rivalry – The Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test Series, has been around since 1882. It is a 5 match Test cricket series played among England & Australia, every 2 years.
In the 1st Test(Melbourne, Dec 1882) of this cricket rivalry, Australia comes victorious by 9 wickets while England does the same in respect of the series(2-1). Till 2023, the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series has a total number of 73, in which Australia has the upper hand, like – IND Vs AUS Test series.
The 3rd highest score in Test cricket player for Australia, Don Bradman has the most runs in this contest while the 2nd most wickets in Test history bowler, Shane Warne stands first in the wickets column.
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The Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test Series 2025 : When Is The Ashes 2025 ? Australia Vs England Ashes 2025, Pink Ball Test – Brisbane Day Night Test In Ashes 2025 : 4th-8th December 2025
The Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series 2025, has been scheduled from 21st November 2025 – 8th January 2026, in Australia.
| Match : | 1st Test | 2nd Test | 3rd Test | 4th Test | 5th Test |
| Date : | 21-25 Nov 2025 | 4-8 Dec 2025 | 17-21 Dec 2025 | 26-30 Dec 2025 | 4-8 Jan 2026 |
| Venue : | Perth | Brisbane | Adelaide | Melbourne | Sydney |
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The Ashes Series History : How Many Tests In The Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test Series ? The Ashes In Australia & The Ashes In England, 1882/83 – The 1st Ashes Series
A Test cricket series played between Australia & England – The Ashes, originates immediately after the Australian team 1882 victory, the 1st Test win in England(at Oval).
After, the loss in the 1st Test of the 1882/83 Ashes, the England team makes a comeback & wins the 1st Ashes series, by 2-1.
| Match – | 1st | 2nd | 3rd |
| Won By- | AUS(9 Wkts) | ENG(Inns & 27 Runs) | ENG(69 Runs) |
The Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test Series have usually consisted of 5 matches, hosted in turn by England & Australia, every 2 years.
In total, 73 Ashes series( 37 In ENG & 36 In AUS) have been played among the two nations, with Australia winning 34 & England winning 32 while 7 ending in draws. In 345 Test matches, Australia has won 142 & England has won 110, with 93 ending in draws.
| No. | Aus | Eng | Draw | |
| Mts – | 345 | 142 | 110 | 93 |
| Series – | 73 | 34 | 32 | 7 |
In addition to the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series, there are 16 Test matches between the two teams – 9 before the Ashes(1877-82) & 7 in between the Ashes series.
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Results : The Ashes Series Winners List, Who Has Won More Series Of The Ashes : England Or Australia? When Did England Last Win The Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test Series ? Who Won The Last Ashes Series 2023 ?
After the 73 Ashes series till 2023, there is a tough fight shown by the two teams, in respect to series win. Australia is ahead with 34 series wins than England’s 32.
For England, the last series win comes in the Ashes 2015 while the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series 2023 ends in a draw, taking it to a total of 7.
| Ashes Series | In | Mts | Winner | Eng | Aus | Draw | |
| 1882/83 | AUS | 3 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1884 | ENG | 3 | ENG | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1884/85 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1886 | ENG | 3 | ENG | 3 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1886/87 | AUS | 2 | ENG | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1887/88 | AUS | 1 | ENG | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1888 | ENG | 3 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1890 | ENG | 2 | ENG | 2 | 0 | 0 | |
| 1891/92 | AUS | 3 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1893 | ENG | 3 | ENG | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1894/95 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1896 | ENG | 3 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1897/98 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1899 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 0 | 1 | 4 | |
| 1901/02 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1902 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1903/04 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| 1905 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 2 | 0 | 3 | |
| 1907/08 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1909 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1911/12 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1912 | ENG | 3 | ENG | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1920/21 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 5 | 0 | |
| 1921 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 0 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1924/25 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1926 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
| 1928/29 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1930 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1932/33 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 4 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1934 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1936/37 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 2 | 3 | 0 | |
| 1938 | ENG | 4 | DRAW | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1946/47 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1948 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 0 | 4 | 1 | |
| 1950/51 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 1953 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 1 | 0 | 4 | |
| 1954/55 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| 1956 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1958/59 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 4 | 1 | |
| 1961 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1962/63 | AUS | 5 | DRAW | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1964 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 0 | 1 | 4 | |
| 1965/66 | AUS | 5 | DRAW | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1968 | ENG | 5 | DRAW | 1 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1970/71 | AUS | 6 | ENG | 2 | 0 | 4 | |
| 1972 | ENG | 5 | DRAW | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| 1974/75 | AUS | 6 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 1 | |
| 1975 | ENG | 4 | AUS | 0 | 1 | 3 | |
| 1977 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
| 1978/79 | AUS | 6 | ENG | 5 | 1 | 0 | |
| 1981 | ENG | 6 | ENG | 3 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1982/83 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| 1985 | ENG | 6 | ENG | 3 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1986/87 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| 1989 | ENG | 6 | AUS | 0 | 4 | 2 | |
| 1990/91 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 3 | 2 | |
| 1993 | ENG | 6 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 1 | |
| 1994/95 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1997 | ENG | 6 | AUS | 2 | 3 | 1 | |
| 1998/99 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 3 | 1 | |
| 2001 | ENG | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2002/03 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 1 | 4 | 0 | |
| 2005 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2006/07 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2009 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 2 | 1 | 2 | |
| 2010/11 | AUS | 5 | ENG | 3 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2013 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 3 | 0 | 2 | |
| 2013/14 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 5 | 0 | |
| 2015 | ENG | 5 | ENG | 3 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2017/18 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2019 | ENG | 5 | DRAW | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| 2021/22 | AUS | 5 | AUS | 0 | 4 | 1 | |
| 2023 | ENG | 5 | DRAW | 2 | 2 | 1 |
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2025 ICC World Test Championship Final Team Australia Vs England Test Series Records : AUS Vs ENG Test Ashes Records, Who Has Scored The Most Runs In Ashes Cricket History ? Who Has Taken The Most Wickets In Ashes History ? Sir Don Bradman Stats
The batsman having the highest batting average in Test(99.94) cricket history, Sir Donald Bradman holds the record for the – most runs in the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series. The most 100s in Test series Ashes history player has 5028 runs in 63 innings(37 Mts). He averages 89 in this contest.
The most wickets in ODI World Cup 1999 bowler, Shane Warne is the leading wickets-taker in the Ashes history. The former Australian legendary leg spinner claims 195 wickets in 72 innings(36 Tests), at an average of 23.
| Record | Player | Inns | Mts | Team | Career |
| Most Runs – | D Bradman(5028) | 63 | 37 | AUS | 1928-1948 |
| Most Wkts – | S Warne(195) | 72 | 36 | AUS | 1993-2007 |
| HS – | L Hutton(364) | — | — | ENG | 1938-1955 |
| Best Bowl. – | J Laker(10/53) | — | — | ENG | 1948-1959 |
| Most 100s – | D Bradman(19) | 63 | 37 | AUS | 1928-1948 |
| Most 5s – | S Barnes(12) | 36 | 20 | ENG | 1901-1912 |
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FAQs(Frequently Asked Questions)
Where will the ashes be in 2025?
In 2025, the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series will be held in Australia, 21st November 2025 – 8th January 2026.
Who won the most ashes?
Till 2023, Australia won the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series more times(34) than England(32).
Does ashes happen every year?
No, the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series is played approximately every 2 years, hosted in turn by England & Australia.
What is the rivalry between Australia and England cricket?
The rivalry between Australia & England in cricket, is known as the Ashes – a Test series between the two nations, held every 2 years.
Why is 2005 Ashes so famous?
In 2005, the Ashes ENG Vs AUS Test series becomes famous because of close matches which England wins by 2-1, ending its 18 year drought in the Ashes.
Who was the captain of Australia in 2005?
In the Ashes 2005, Ricky Ponting was the captain of Australian team.