There’s cricket — and then there’s The Ashes. This summer, the world’s most storied rivalry returns to Adelaide Oval for the Christmas Test. Five days of tradition, tension and top-tier cricket, right here in the heart of South Australia.
There’s simply nothing like watching cricket at Adelaide Oval, whether you’re perched on The Hill beside the Heritage Scoreboard or swapping stories in the stands while the world’s best create history out on the hallowed turf beneath. From Big Bash blockbusters to the Christmas Test, cricket is coming back in a big way. Whether you’re there for every ball or just the best seat at sunset, this is the season to be part of it.
Australian International Cricket 2025/26 season pre-sale begins Tuesday June 3, with general public tickets available from Friday June 13.
There’s cricket — and then there’s The Ashes. This summer, the world’s most storied rivalry returns to Adelaide Oval for the Christmas Test. Five days of tradition, tension and top-tier cricket, right here in the heart of South Australia.
India returns to Adelaide Oval on Thursday October 23 for what will be an epic day-night an ODI. You need to see this clash between two white ball heavyweights as they battle it out in the 2nd ODI of the series.
After playing in front of a record-breaking crowd last season, the Australian Women’s team will take on India at Adelaide Oval in a T20I on Saturday February 21. Come cheer on local stars Tahlia McGrath, Darcie Brown and Megan Schutt as they take the field on home turf.
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Before or after the Test, travel to the iconic Kangaroo Island, sample the produce of the Barossa Valley or head into the dramatic outback landscapes of the Flinders Ranges.
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