An Ashes tour down under can be a gruelling experience – both for the England players and the fans braving the early hours to follow proceedings from the UK.
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It's fair to say those who set their alarms early for the 1st Test in Perth were treated to plenty of drama but not the result they were hoping for as Ben Stokes and co. were beaten inside two days at the Optus Stadium. Those who braved the Gabba would have been even more disappointed.
Attention now shifts to the 3rd Test in Adelaide, where the tourists will try to keep the series alive. British fans are set for tricky timings, which may be for the best...
The period between Tests has hardly been quiet, with plenty of the usual outrage and minor scandals that usually follow an Ashes tour, so it's a relief that we can finally focus back on the cricket.
England should be desperate to respond at the Adelaide Oval, while Australia will smell blood and know that they could soon be reading Bazball's last rites if they're able to secure the urn this week.
RadioTimes.com brings you all the details ahead of the next Ashes Test match in 2025/26.
When is the next Ashes Test match? 3rd Test date and time
All UK time and dates.
The 3rd Test of the Ashes 2025/26 series begins at 11:30pm on Tuesday 16th December 2025.
It will take place at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide.
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Michael Potts is the Sport Editor for Radio Times, covering all of the biggest sporting events across the globe with previews, features, interviews and more. He has worked for Radio Times since 2019 and previously worked on the sport desk at Express.co.uk after starting his career writing features for What Culture. He achieved a first-class degree in Sports Journalism in 2014.
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