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Cricket fans around the world are gearing up for the much-anticipated Ashes 2025-26 series, which is all set to begin on November 21. The iconic five-match Test series will serve as Australia‘s first home challenge in the new World Test Championship (WTC) cycle. While Australia enter the contest with home advantage and a settled unit, England will be looking to overturn their poor track record Down Under — having not won a single Test match on Australian soil since their famous 3-1 triumph under Andrew Strauss in the 2010-11 series.
As the countdown begins, the cricketing world is buzzing with predictions, opinions, and expectations for what is widely regarded as the fiercest rivalry in the sport.
Glenn McGrath shares bold prediction for Ashes scoreline
Former Australian pace legend Glenn McGrath has once again made headlines with his trademark Ashes prediction. Known for his unwavering faith in the Aussie side, McGrath told BBC Radio 5 Live that he is backing Australia to produce a clean sweep against their arch-rivals.
“It’s very rare for me to make a prediction, isn’t it? And I can’t make a different one – 5-0,” said McGrath confidently.
The legendary fast bowler has often forecasted whitewashes in favour of Australia over the years, and this time is no different as he expects Pat Cummins’ side to dominate on home turf.
McGrath doubts England’s chances of winning a Test
Backing his prediction, McGrath cited Australia’s world-class bowling arsenal as the decisive factor. He heaped praise on the likes of Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Nathan Lyon, all of whom have a stellar record in Australian conditions.
“I’m very confident with our team. When you’ve got Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood and Nathan Lyon firing in their home conditions, it’s going to be pretty tough,” McGrath said.
Referring to England’s poor recent record in Australia, he added, “That track record England have had, it’d be interesting to see if they can win a Test.”
Australia last completed a 5-0 Ashes whitewash in 2013-14 under Michael Clarke‘s captaincy, and McGrath believes a similar result could be on the cards this summer.
Fans superexcited as rivalry heats up
McGrath’s bold prediction has further intensified the hype around the series, with fans and experts alike eagerly awaiting the high-voltage action. Social media is abuzz with Ashes fever as supporters from both sides of the divide passionately debate potential match-winners, squad combinations, and series outcomes.
With two proud cricketing nations ready to go head-to-head in one of the sport’s most storied rivalries, the Ashes 2025-26 promises to be a spectacle filled with drama, emotion, and unforgettable moments — and McGrath’s 5-0 prophecy has only added fuel to the fire.
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