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- Second test: December 4-8, daily start time: 4am GMT / 2pm AEST / 11pm ET (previous day)
Before this series began, the second Ashes Test in Brisbane looked to be England’s toughest challenge of the five matches. It is a day and night Test, played with a pink ball on a ground where England have the lowest winning percentage among Australia’s current Test venues.
Although Australia lost its only previous pink-ball Test in Brisbane, against the West Indies in 2023, it has won its other 13. England, by contrast, is less familiar with and less successful in the format: it has played seven pink-ball Tests and lost five. Two of England’s probable XI, Gus Atkinson and Jamie Smith, have never even played first-class cricket with a pink ball.
Batting in pink-ball Tests becomes more complicated as the floodlights come on and twilight descends. This is when the most dramatic cricket usually occurs. The evening session will begin at 2pm in Brisbane and will air in prime time in Australia and on UK screens from 9am
The first part of each day is usually the easiest time to hit. Joe Root, who has played in all of England’s pink-ball Tests, says of this period: “It can be quite placid and you can feel out of touch with the ball. With the bat, it’s about recognizing those moments and making the most of them by knowing when to put your foot down and maximizing good batting conditions.”
England’s Bazballers don’t need an excuse to attack, but this represents an excellent opportunity. They will surely be wary of facing Mitchell Starc, the world’s most successful bowler with the pink ball, in the spotlight. Another potentially dramatic Test match looms as we head to The Gabba.
Read on as we explain how to watch the second Ash Test 2025/26 between Australia and England from anywhere in the world, including free options.
How to watch The Ashes 2nd Test 2025/26 for free
Use a VPN to watch any Ashes broadcast
If you want to watch cricket but you’re away from home and your preferred coverage is geo-blocked, you can always use a VPN to access (assuming you’re not breaking the broadcaster’s terms and conditions, of course). You will be surprised how simple it is to do.
There are many VPNs but NordVPN is the one you can trust to unblock streaming platforms and now you can save 75%.
How to watch Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in the US
In the USA, willow television will show the 2nd Ashes Test between Australia and England.
Don’t have it as part of your cable package? You can view Willow’s coverage through your choice of honda tv Desi Binge Plus either Dakshin Flexion plans – starting from $10 per month.
Visiting the US from Oz? Wear NordVPN to watch the free Australia vs England live stream from The Gabba.
How to watch Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in the UK
In the UK, TNT Sports will broadcast the second Ashes Test with coverage starting at 4am GMT.
To access TNT Sports, you’ll need to add it to your TV package or you can take out a standalone subscription through Discovery+, which will cost you £30.99 per month.
For those outside of Blighty you can use NordVPN to access the TNT Sports broadcast while you are out of the country.
How to watch Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in India
To watch England vs Australia at The Gabba, you will need Star Sports or the JioHotstar app to watch on mobile devices. Prices start at Rs. 299 ($3.49) for Hotstar.
Australian resident visiting India? Wear NordVPN to access free 7Plus streaming while you’re away from home.
How to watch Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in Australia
As mentioned above, Channel 7 broadcasts the series for free on television and through its streaming service. 7Plusincluding the second test.
Fox Sports is another option for the 2nd Test. The most cost-effective option for watching their coverage is specialist sports streamer Kayo Sports, with plans starting from $30 a month after you’ve taken advantage of their first month from $1 offer or 7-day free trial.
Remember if you are outside Australia during the day-night test get yourself a VPN to stream 7Plus from anywhere in the world.
How to watch live streams of Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test 2025/26 in South Africa
Supersport will show the second test between Australia and England in South Africa.
You will need to get a DStv Access Package to watch with prices starting at Rs99/month for the streaming version.
Abroad right now? Just use a vpn and tell your device that you’re back home and ready to go.
How to watch Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in New Zealand
Sky Sport reviews will broadcast the second Ashes Test in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream with the Sky Sport Now subscription service from $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Those outside New Zealand for the pink ball test can use NordVPN to get access to your home streaming service.
The Test of Ashes 2 Questions and Answers
What time does play start in the second test between Australia and England?
Play in the Brisbane Test at The Gabba is scheduled to begin at 11pm ET (previous day) / 4am GMT / 2pm AEST / 3pm AEDT / 9:30am IST / 6am SAST daily.
What are the teams for the 2nd Ashes Test?
England have announced their starting XI with Will Jacks replacing the injured Mark Wood. Australia are yet to announce their squad, but Usman Khawaja and Pat Cummins will miss out due to overdue issues. Captain Cummins is expected to return to Adelaide.
Australia team: Steve Smith (captain), Sean Abbott, Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster.
England: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Jamie Smith (wk), Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer,
Australia v England at the Brisbane Cricket Ground
▶︎ Played: 22
🇦🇺 Australia wins: 13
England win: 4
❌ Giveaways: 5
Player to watch: Mitchell Starc
The 35-year-old Australian attack leader was Player of the Match in the first Test for taking 10 wickets. In 14 pink-ball Test matches, he has snared 81 wickets at 17 runs apiece. In comparison, in red-ball Test matches, he has 331 wickets at an average of 29.
Why is the Brisbane Cricket Ground called ‘The Gabba’?
Brisbane Cricket Ground is nicknamed ‘The Gabba’ because the stadium is located in the Brisbane suburb of Woolloongabba.
Can I listen to The 2nd Ashes Test?
Yeah. The iconic UK Test Match Special will broadcast ball-by-ball coverage on Radio 5 Sports Extra from 3:25am GMT. Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Glenn McGrath and many other top stars will give their opinions.
And if you miss the day’s play, don’t forget to listen to the TMS podcast afterwards.
To access this you will need a BBC account and if you find yourself outside the UK at any time during the Test match series, be sure to use NordVPN.
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