It’s not the grandstand final we initially anticipated, but the 5th Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground could still make the best of The Ashes 2025/26. No matter how you spin it, this is a series that never really got off the ground. The 1st test was over in two days, the 2nd went a shade over three, the 3rd almost went the distance, before the 4th gave us another two-day trip.
They have won 22 Tests at the SCG – more than they have won at the WACA, Gabba and Adelaide Oval combined – making it their happiest hunting ground on Australian soil. That said, the last of those wins came back in 2011 and the tourists have won two of their last 10 at the ground.
With just one wicket falling to spin in the aforementioned India Test, it looks like that’s it for any shot of a late twist in fortunes for the Wizards. With Nathan Lyon sidelined by a hamstring injury and Shoaib Bashir out of favour, it would be down to Todd Murphy and Will Jacks to deliver against steep odds.
Read on as we explain how to watch the 5th 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 5th Ashes Test stream
How to watch 5th Ashes Test live streams in USA
In the United States, Willow TV will show the 5th Ashes Test 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 Sydney.
How to watch 5th Ashes Test live streams in UK
In the UK, TNT Sports will broadcast the 5th Ashes Test, with coverage starting at 23:30 GMT Saturday 3 January.
To access TNT Sports, you either need to add it to your TV package, or you can take out a standalone subscription via Discovery+, from £30.99 a month.
Outside the UK? NordVPN will help you access TNT Sports’ Ashes stream while you are out of the country.
How to watch 5th Ashes Test live streams in India
To watch England vs Australia at SCG, 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 5th Ashes Test live streams in Australia
As explained above, Channel 7 will broadcast the 5th Ashes Test for free, with live streaming available via its streaming platform 7 Plus.
Fox Sports is another option. If you don’t have Foxtel, Fox Sports’ coverage is also live streamed by specialist sports streamer Kayo Sports, with plans from $30 a month after you’ve used up its first month from $1 offer or 7-day free trial.
Those outside Australia for the 5th Test – get a VPN to stream 7Plus from anywhere in the world.
How to watch 5th Ashes Test live streams in South Africa
Supersport shows the 5th Ashes 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 to point your device home and you’re good to go.
How to watch 5th Ashes Test live streams in New Zealand
Sky Sports NZ broadcast the 5th 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 5th test can use NordVPN to access their home streaming service.
5. ash sample Q+A
When does play start in the 5th Ashes test?
Play in the 5th Ashes Test at the SCG 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.
Australia vs England at Sydney Cricket Ground
▶︎ Played: 57
🇦🇺 Australia to win: 28
England to win: 22
❌ Drawings: 7
Can I listen to the 5th 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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