Archive · 30 Nov 2025
England faces tough Gabba Test
The second Ashes Test between England and Australia will be played in Brisbane with a pink ball.
England's Ben Stokes says the team has moved on from their previous loss and is focused on the upcoming match.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan suggests that England should aim to chase if they lose the toss, as they perform better with a target to aim for.
Australia has a strong record in day-night Tests, while England has struggled with pink-ball matches.
Australia is currently leading the series 1-0, and Steve Smith will captain them again.
England chose extra training in Brisbane over a practice match in Canberra, which has been criticized by Vaughan.
The second Ashes Test will be played in Brisbane with a pink ball.
England's Ben Stokes emphasizes moving on from the previous loss and focusing on the upcoming match.
Former England captain Michael Vaughan suggests England should aim to chase if they lose the toss.
Australia has a strong record in day-night Tests, winning 13 out of 14.
England has struggled in pink-ball matches, especially in Australia, and chose extra training over a practice match in Canberra.
- Who
- England and Australia cricket teams
- What
- Second Ashes Test with a pink ball
- When
- Thursday next week
- Where
- Brisbane
- Why
- To determine the outcome of the second Ashes Test and level the series
England
Australia
Batting Strategy
England
Former captain Michael Vaughan suggests England should chase if they lose the toss, as they perform better with a target to aim for.
Australia
Australia has a strong record in day-night Tests, making them favorites regardless of the toss outcome.
Preparation
England
England opted for extra training in Brisbane instead of playing a two-day day-night match against a Prime Minister's XI in Canberra.
Australia
Australia's experience and success in pink-ball Tests give them an edge in preparation and strategy.
- Match
- Second Ashes Test
- Date
- Thursday next week
- Venue
- Brisbane
- Ball Type
- Pink ball
- Australia's Day-Night Test Record
- 13 wins, 1 loss
- England's Pink-Ball Record
- 2 wins, 5 losses
- Australia's Series Lead
- 1-0
- Australia's Captain
- Steve Smith (stand-in)
- England's Preparation
- Extra training in Brisbane instead of playing a two-day match in Canberra
