England face Australia in three-match ODI series starting in 2026
England will host a three-match One Day International cricket series against Australia beginning later this year at venues across the Down Under region.
Series schedule and recent form
The tournament follows a 3-2 victory for Australia in the 2024 bilateral series held in England. Both teams recently played in the 2025 Champions Trophy where Australia chased 352 runs thanks to Josh Inglis. England managed only one win in four matches during their recent tri-series involving Pakistan and Sri Lanka. Australia suffered a 2-1 ODI series defeat against South Africa immediately before this upcoming engagement.
Squad changes and player availability
Former Australian batter Usman Khawaja revealed details about the Sandpapergate scandal which has reopened internal scrutiny within the camp. Stand-in captain Mitch Marsh leads the side while Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood have been rested for this tour. Younger players like Mahli Beardman could make their international debut at age 21 during these matches. England returns with Jofra Archer back from injury alongside Joe Root, Sam Curran and Tom Banton.
Broadcasting options and viewing details
Kayo Freebies offers a no-cost online stream of the initial ODI match between Australia and England, covering just the first innings. Viewers in the UK can watch highlights on Channel 5 without paying any subscription fees. Travelers outside Australia or the UK require a VPN to access these specific free streams legally. NordVPN offers a current Black Friday deal with a 30-day money-back guarantee for users seeking access.
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