The fifth and final Test of the Ashes 2025 will be played between Australia and England at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground.
Although Australia have already sealed the series 3-1, England’s stunning win at the MCG has added fresh excitement to this contest.
England broke a 14-year Test drought in Australia with a dominant two-day victory, showing strong character under captain Ben Stokes. Now, both teams will look to finish the series on a high, with valuable World Test Championship points still on the line.
This match is also expected to be Usman Khawaja’s farewell Test, making it an emotional game for the hosts.
AUS vs ENG Match Details
| Match | Australia vs England, 5th Test |
|---|---|
| Series | Australia vs England Test Series 2025 |
| Date | January 4 – January 8, 2026 |
| Time | 5:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG), Sydney |
| Format | Test Match |
AUS vs ENG Head-to-Head Record (Tests)
| Team | Matches Won |
|---|---|
| Australia | 155 |
| England | 113 |
| Draw/Tied | 97 |
Recent Form (Last 5 Tests)
| Team | Last 5 Matches |
|---|---|
| Australia | W, W, W, W, L |
| England | L, L, L, L, W |
Pitch & Weather Report – SCG
| Factor | Details |
|---|---|
| Pitch Type | Pace-friendly early, slow later |
| Helps | Fast bowlers & spinners |
| Avg 1st Innings Score | 316 |
| Chasing Record | Average |
| Temperature | 27–29°C |
| Rain Chance | 30% |
| Humidity | 65–70% |
SCG Insight:
The pitch generally slows down from Day 3 onward. Spinners and reverse swing bowlers often become key in the second innings.
SCG Test Match Stats
| Record | Numbers |
|---|---|
| Total Tests | 115 |
| Batting First Wins | 47 |
| Batting Second Wins | 44 |
| Draws | 24 |
| Highest Score | 705/7 – IND vs AUS |
| Lowest Score | 42 – AUS vs ENG |
Predicted Playing XI
Australia
- Travis Head
- Jake Weatherald
- Marnus Labuschagne
- Steve Smith (c)
- Usman Khawaja
- Cameron Green
- Alex Carey (wk)
- Michael Neser
- Mitchell Starc
- Todd Murphy
- Scott Boland
England
- Ben Duckett
- Zak Crawley
- Jacob Bethell
- Joe Root
- Harry Brook
- Ben Stokes (c)
- Jamie Smith (wk)
- Will Jacks
- Shoaib Bashir
- Josh Tongue
- Brydon Carse
Dream11 Fantasy Picks
Small League (Safe Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options:
- Alex Carey
- Ben Stokes
- Scott Boland
- Brydon Carse
Grand League (Risky Picks)
Captain / Vice-Captain Options:
- Travis Head
- Mitchell Starc
- Joe Root
- Michael Neser
Fantasy Tip:
In Test matches, prioritize top-order batters and strike bowlers who bowl long spells.
AUS vs ENG Dream11 Match Prediction – Who Will Win?
England’s MCG victory has brought confidence back into the side, but consistency remains a concern. Their batting still depends heavily on Joe Root and Ben Stokes.
Australia, even without a full-strength squad, remain very strong at home. Their bowling unit knows SCG conditions well, and the return of spin on Days 4 and 5 will work in their favor.
England may compete strongly, but over five days, Australia’s balance and experience give them the edge.
Match Prediction: Australia to win
Injury Updates
| Team | Update |
|---|---|
| England | Jofra Archer – unavailable |
| Australia | Pat Cummins, Nathan Lyon – unavailable |
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