Australia's Test stars get breathing room before Ashes series kicks off

Cricket Australia has unveiled its schedule for the upcoming Ashes series, ensuring a clear two-week gap for Test players to recharge and prepare. The five-Test series against England is set to begin on November 21, 2025, at Perth's Optus Stadium, followed by matches at iconic venues like the Gabba, Adelaide Oval, Melbourne Cricket Ground, and Sydney Cricket Ground.

This strategic scheduling marks a departure from last year's tight calendar, allowing multi-format players to focus on their performance without the strain of back-to-back fixtures. The gap also opens up opportunities for players to participate in the Big Bash League finals, a first since the 2019-20 season.

Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg expressed confidence in the schedule's ability to maintain momentum from last summer's record-breaking attendance and engagement. The Ashes series promises to be a thrilling spectacle, with Australia aiming to reclaim the urn on home soil.

Sources: MSN, Yahoo News, ESPNcricinfo.