We've saved you a spot on the hill What's on this cricket season?

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.

Tickets to the Australian International Cricket 2025/26 season are on sale now.

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Christmas Test Men's Ashes | 17 — 21 DEC 2025

 

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.

crowd cheering on the cricket players with indian flags on the green pitch of adelaide oval

Men's ODI Series v India | 23 OCT 2025

India returns to Adelaide Oval on Thursday October 23 for what will be an epic day-night ODI. You need to see this clash between two white ball heavyweights as they battle it out in the 2nd ODI of the series.

Fireworks are lightning up the Adelaide Oval at the New Year's Eve iconic BBL Game

NEW YEAR'S EVE BBL | 31 DEC 2025

The Strikers are lighting up New Year’s Eve in Adelaide! Fast-paced cricket will arc across the field as the blockbuster match between the Adelaide Strikers and Brisbane Heat is set to bring non-stop action and energy. After the final ball, Birds of Tokyo will hit the stage and fireworks will light up the sky. 

kids cheering on the cricket players on the green pitch of adelaide oval

Women's T20I Series v India | 21 FEB 2026

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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