It’s not the grandstand finish we had originally anticipated, but the fifth Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground could still offer the best of The Ashes 2025/26. Any way you look at it, this is a series that never really started. The first test was over in two days, the second lasted just over three, the third almost went to the end before the fourth gave us another two days.
They have won 22 Tests at the SCG (more than they won at the WACA, Gabba and Adelaide Oval combined), making it their happiest hunting ground on Australian soil. That said, the last of those victories came in 2011, and the tourists have won two of their last 10 at this field.
Given that only one wicket fell for spin in the aforementioned India Test, it appears that that is it for any chance of a late turn in the Wizards’ fortunes. With Nathan Lyon sidelined with a hamstring injury and Shoaib Bashir out of favor, it would be up to Todd Murphy and Will Jacks to make it against the odds.
Read on as we explain how to watch the fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England from anywhere in the world, including free options.
How to watch The Ashes 5th Test 2025/26 for free
Use a VPN to watch any broadcast of the Ashes 5th Test
How to watch live streams of the 5th Ashes Test in the US
In the USA, willow television will show the fifth 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.
If you are visiting the US from Oz, use NordVPN to watch free streaming of Australia vs England live from Sydney.
How to watch live streams of the 5th Ashes Test in the UK
In the UK, TNT Sports is broadcasting the fifth Ashes Test, with coverage starting at 11:30pm GMT on Saturday, January 3.
To access TNT Sports, you’ll need to add it to your TV package or you can get a standalone subscription through Discovery+, from £30.99 per month.
Outside the UK? NordVPN will help you get access to TNT Sports Ashes streaming while you are out of the country.
How to watch live streams of the 5th Ashes Test in India
To watch England vs Australia at the SCG, 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 live streams of the 5th Ashes Test in Australia
As explained above, Channel 7 is broadcasting the 5th Ashes Test for free, with live streaming available through its streaming platform. 7Plus.
Fox Sports is another option. If you don’t have Foxtel, Fox Sports coverage is also live on 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.
Those outside Australia for the fifth test: get yourself a VPN to stream 7Plus from anywhere in the world.
How to watch live streams of the 5th Ashes Test in South Africa
Supersport broadcasts the fifth Ashes Test between Australia and England in South Africa.
You will need to get a DStv Access Package to watch, with prices starting from Rs 99 per month for the streaming version.
Abroad right now? Just use a vpn to point your device back home and you’re ready to go.
How to watch live streams of the fifth Ashes Test in New Zealand
Sky Sport reviews is broadcasting the fifth 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 fifth test can use NordVPN to get access to your home streaming service.
Fifth Test of Ashes Questions and Answers
What time does play start in the fifth Ashes Test?
Play in the fifth Ashes Test at the SCG is scheduled to begin at 6:30 pm ET (previous day) / 11:30 pm GMT (previous day) / 9:30 am AEST / 10:30 am AEDT / 5 am IST / 1:30 am SAST each day.
Australia vs England at the Sydney Cricket Ground
▶︎ Played: 57
🇦🇺 Australia wins: 28
🏴ڠڠڠڠڠڠ England wins: 22
❌ Giveaways: 7
Can I listen to 5th Ashes Test?
Yeah. The iconic UK Test Match Special will broadcast ball-by-ball coverage on Radio 5 Sports Extra. 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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