AUS vs ENG 2025 2nd TEST: The second Ashes Test will be held at The Gabba, Brisbane

The second match of the Ashes series between Australia and England will take place at the Gabba in Brisbane. This will be the first time the two teams meet here since their last encounter in 2021, when Australia won by 9 wickets. England’s performance was below par in that match, with both innings failing to surpass 300 runs, while Australia comfortably scored over 400 in their first innings. Will England manage to avenge their defeat at the Gabba four years ago? Let’s see if they can turn things around this time!

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Australia’s Key Players to Watch

Pat Cummins (C) (Fast Bowler) – Gabba’s pace and bounce magnify his menace. His seam movement and leadership are pivotal.
Mitchell Starc (Fast Bowler) – New-ball threat with swing and lethal yorkers. Gabba’s carry aids his short-ball plans.
Marnus Labuschagne (Batter) – Master of home conditions. His patience against pace sets up Australia’s innings.
Travis Head (Batter) – Counterattacks best on true surfaces. His aggressive middle-order role disrupts England’s plans.

England’s Key Players to Watch

Joe Root (Batter) – England’s rock. His ability to work the ball off the hips and back foot suits Gabba’s bounce.
Ben Stokes (C) (All-rounder) – Game-changer with bat and ball. His aggressive captaincy and reverse-swing could dominate.
Mark Wood (Fast Bowler) – Raw pace to exploit Gabba’s trampoline bounce. Key to breaking Australia’s top order.
Ollie Robinson (Fast Bowler) – Hits the seam relentlessly. His height and consistency pressure batters.

AUS vs ENG 2025 2nd TEST Possible Squad List

Australia’s Squad	England’s Squad
Usman Khawaja	Zak Crawley
David Warner	Ben Duckett
Marnus Labuschagne	Ollie Pope
Steve Smith	Joe Root
Travis Head	Dan Lawrence
Cameron Green	Ben Stokes
Alex Carey	Jonny Bairstow
Pat Cummins	Chris Woakes
Mitchell Starc	Mark Wood
Nathan Lyon	Jack Leach
Josh Hazlewood	Ollie Robinson

AUS vs ENG 2025 2nd TEST – Preview & Match Details:

Match Name: The Ashes 2025-26 series

Match Date: 4th Dec 2025

Match Time: 09:30 AM IST

Competing Teams: Australia vs England 2nd Test (AUS vs ENG)

Venue: The Gabba, Brisbane

Note：The match has not started yet, but updates will be provided regularly once it begins.

AUS vs ENG 2025 2nd TEST – Venue: The Gabba

Stadium Capacity: Approximately 42,000 spectators

Stadium Address: Vulture St, Woolloongabba QLD 4102, Australia

Stadium Features: Established in 1895, The Gabba is a large stadium located near the city center of Brisbane. Its modern facilities allow it to host not only cricket matches but also rugby games. While The Gabba is not the largest stadium in Australia, its rich history has made it one of the most iconic cricket venues in the country. Due to its proximity to the city center and excellent transport links, it is highly popular. As a result, The Gabba has hosted numerous major events and is often the venue for the opening Test match of The Ashes series.