Are Australia better prepared for the Ashes after success in the Caribbean?

The first Ashes Test begins in Perth on 21 November, a highly-anticipated series after the thrilling draw in 2023.

England will be under pressure to regain the urn for the first time since 2015. Will they or won’t they’d use Bazball tactics which they were reluctant to use in the 5 Test series against India at home.

Australia flush from demolition of the West Indies away has some issues to deal with. Australia’s top order looked shaky on some very ordinary pitches in the West Indies, with the bowling attack steering the Aussies to a 3-0 series victory.

July 2025