The urn travels back to England for five Tests between 18 June and 2 August 2027. Australia arrive as holders after winning the 2025-26 series at home. The big talking point is the venue list: Headingley and Old Trafford miss out entirely, and the Rose Bowl in Southampton hosts a men's Ashes Test for the first time. The World Test Championship final takes place at The Oval on 9-13 June, immediately before the series opener.
How it works
Five Test matches over seven weeks. The series winner takes the Ashes urn; if the series is drawn, the current holders retain it.
The series counts toward the ICC World Test Championship standings.
Key dates
1st Test — Trent Bridge18-22 June 2027
2nd Test — Lord's30 June - 4 July 2027
3rd Test — Edgbaston8-12 July 2027
4th Test — Rose Bowl, Southampton21-25 July 2027
5th Test — The Oval29 July - 2 August 2027
Where to watch
Australia: Fox Cricket, Seven Network, Kayo Sports, Foxtel