Southampton's Utilita Bowl will debut as an Ashes venue in 2027, while Trent Bridge is set to host the series opener on Friday, 18 June.
The series will kick off at Trent Bridge
Jul 23, 2026
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What's the storyThe England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has confirmed the dates for the 2027 Ashes series, with Southampton's Utilita Bowl set to host its first men's Ashes Test.
The historic event will make it the 10th UK ground to stage a men's Ashes fixture.
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