When is Ashes 2021/22? First test day, UK start time, free TV and live streaming while UK travel to Australia

ENGLAND heads to Australia as they look to break the odds and reclaim the Ashes.

The Australian kept the vase two and a half years ago after a 2-2 draw in England.

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But they won’t have captain Tim Paine, who resigned following a sex scandal.

However, the UK will not have the support of the famous Barmy Army as Australia has delayed lifting the entry ban due to Covid concerns.

Joe Root will be looking to lead his country to their first Ashes win Down Under since 2010/11.

When is Ashes’ first test and what time does each day start?

• The Ashes’ first test runs from Wednesday, December 8 to Sunday, December 12.
• Each day’s game will begin at midnight UK time (10am in Brisbane).
• Traditionally, the first test will be held at The Gabba, Brisbane.
• The last time the teams played out here, Australia won ten on their way to a 4-0 victory in the 2017/18 Ashes.

What TV channel is Ashes 2021/22 on and can I stream it?

• The full Ashes will be streamed live on BT Sport 1.
• BT currently holds the rights to all Ashes series ‘hosted in Australia, while Sky Sports is the broadcaster for the series’ in the UK.
• To stream the action live, visit the BT Sport website or app.

Can I watch Ashes for free?

Ashes fixtures 2021/22

First Test (Gabba, Brisbane)

• Wednesday, December 8 to Sunday, December 12
• Play starts at 12am

Second test (Adelaide Oval – D/N)

• Thursday, December 16 to Monday, December 20
• Play starts at 4am

Third test (MCG, Melbourne)

• Saturday, December 25th to Thursday, December 30th
• Play starts at 11:30pm

Fourth trial (SCG, Sydney)

• Monday, January 4 to Saturday, January 9
• Play starts at 11:30pm

Fifth Test (The Waca, Perth)

• Thursday, January 14 to Monday, January 18
• Play starts at 2:30 a.m