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- Boxing Day Test: 26-30 December, daily start times: 11.30pm GMT (day before) / 10.30am AEDT / 6.30pm ET (day before)
The Boxing Day Test represents one of the moments in any year’s sporting calendar, but when it’s in the Ashes, the intensity only increases. Australia vs England 4th Test may not have the urn on it, but the hosts are desperate to claim a third series whitewash against the Old Enemy in this century Down Under.
And England? Well, there will be plenty of soul-searching in the squad for the rest of the trip, with a lack of preparation and muddled thinking on the pitching contributing to a depressing mood. However, Ben Stokes will not allow his side to wallow in Christmas spirit and will be determined to salvage some pride from the carcass of this tour before the root-and-branch investigation into what exactly went wrong. Jacob Bethell comes in for Ollie Pope at No.3, while Gus Atkinson gets a recall to the bowling unit as Jofra Archer is ruled out for the rest of the tour. And if the richly talented Harry Brook could see his way not to give away his wicket and hold a couple of catches, so much the better.
Read on as we explain how to watch Boxing Day Ash test 2025/26 between Australia and England from anywhere in the world, including free options.
How to watch The Ashes Boxing Day Test 2025/26 for free
Use a VPN to watch any Ashes stream
If you’re keen to watch cricket but you’re away from home and your preferred coverage is geo-blocked, you can always use a VPN to access it (provided you’re not violating any broadcasters’ T&Cs, of course). You might be surprised how easy it is to do.
There are plenty of VPNs, but NordVPN is the one you can trust to unblock streaming platforms – and right now you can save 75%.
How to watch Australia vs England Boxing Day Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in USA
In the United States, Willow TV will show the Boxing Day Test of The Ashes between Australia and England.
Don’t have it as part of your cable package? you can see Willow coverage through your choice of Sling TVs Desi Binge Plus or Dakshin Flex plans – starts from $10 per month.
If you are visiting USA from Oz use NordVPN to watch the free stream of Australia vs England live from Adelaide.
How to watch Australia vs England Boxing Day Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in UK
In the UK, TNT Sports will broadcast the Boxing Ashes Test with coverage starting at 23:30 GMT Thursday 25 December.
To access TNT Sports you either need to add it to your TV package or you can take out a standalone subscription via Discovery+ which will set you back from £30.99 per month.
Outside the UK? NordVPN will help you access TNT Sports stream while you are out of the country.
How to watch Australia vs England Boxing Day Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in India
To watch England vs Australia at MCG, use Star Sports or JioHotstar app to watch on mobile devices. Prices start at Rs. 299 ($3.49) for Hotstar.
Australian resident visiting India? Use NordVPN to access 7Plus’ free stream while away from home.
How to watch Australia vs England Boxing Day Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in Australia
As mentioned earlier, Channel 7 broadcasts the series for free on TV and via its streaming service 7 Plusincluding the Boxing Day Test.
Fox Sports is another option for the 4th Test. The most cost-effective option to watch their coverage is specialist sports streamer Kayo Sports, with plans starting at $30 a month after you tap into first month from $1 offer or 7-day free trial.
Those outside Australia for Test 4 – get a VPN to stream 7Plus from anywhere in the world.
How to watch Australia vs England Boxing Day Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in South Africa
Supersport will show the Boxing Day Test between Australia and England in South Africa.
You must have one DStv access package to watch with prices starting at Rs 99/month for the streaming version.
Abroad right now? Just use a VPN and tell your device that you are back home and ready to go.
How to watch Australia vs England Boxing Day Ashes Test 2025/26 live streams in New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ will broadcast the Boxing Day Ashes Test in New Zealand.
You can access Sky Sport via satellite TV or get a live stream included Sky Sport Now subscription service starting at $29.99 per day or $54.99 per month.
Those outside New Zealand for the 4th Ashes Test can use NordVPN to access their home streaming service.
The Ashes Boxing Day Test Q+A
When does the Australia v England Boxing Day Test start?
Play in the Boxing Day Test at the MCG is scheduled to start at 6:30pm ET (day before) / 11:30pm GMT (day before) / 9:30am AEST / 10:30am AEDT / 5:00am IST / 1:30am SAST every day.
What are the teams for the 4th Ashes Test?
Australia: Travis Head, Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne, Steve Smith (c), Usman Khawaja, Alex Carey (wk), Cameron Green, Mitchell Starc, Scott Boland, Brendan Doggett, Michael Neser, Jhye Richardson
Australia is yet to announce the XI.
England XI: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Jacob Bethell, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (capt), Jamie Smith, Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Josh Tongue.
Australia v England at the Melbourne Cricket Ground
▶︎ Played: 57
🇦🇺 Australia to win: 29
England to win: 20
❌ Drawings: 8
Can I listen to the Boxing Day Ashes Test?
Yes. Britain’s iconic Test Match Special will broadcast ball-by-ball coverage on Radio 5 Sports Extra. Michael Vaughan, Phil Tufnell, Glenn McGrath and a host of other top stars will all have their say.
And if you miss today’s game, don’t forget to listen to the TMS Podcast afterwards.
To access this you’ll need a BBC account and if you’re outside the UK at any point during the Test match series, make sure you use NordVPN.
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