NRMA Insurance Men’s Ashes Test: Australia v New Zealand | Adelaide Oval | 17-21 Dec 2026
The NRMA Insurance Men’s Cricket returns to Adelaide for the Christmas Test.
School’s out, Christmas is coming, and Test cricket is back at Adelaide Oval!
The Trans-Tasman rivalry will take centre stage as Australia welcomes New Zealand for the second Test of the four-match summer series. With cricketing greats Steve Smith and Kane Williamson expected to be among the headline attractions, fans can look forward to world-class batting, competitive cricket and plenty of atmosphere.
The Christmas Test is a fantastic opportunity for families to experience one of Australia’s great sporting traditions. With five days of cricket in the week before Christmas, it’s an ideal summer outing for locals and visitors alike.
Adelaide Oval provides the perfect summer setting, whether you’re enjoying the action from the famous Hill, sitting in the stands or soaking up the festive atmosphere with family and friends.
The South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) and Cricket Australia announced a long-term deal securing Adelaide Oval as the host venue for the final Test Match before Christmas from 2025 through to the 2030/31 summer, with an agreement that the next seven years will be a mixture of day and day/night fixtures. This landmark agreement included the highly anticipated Ashes series in the 2025/26 summer.
TICKETS & TIMES:
Days 1-3
- Member Gates: 9am
- Public Gates: 9:30am
Days 4-5 (if applicable)
- Member Gates: 9:30am
- Public Gates: 9:45am
First Ball – 11am
Tickets range from $44 to $251 each (+ booking fee)
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For more information and all enquiries please visit Cricket Australia or the Adelaide Oval website.
What: NRMA Insurance Men’s Ashes Test: Australia v New Zealand
When: Thursday 17 to Monday 21 December 2026
Where: Adelaide Oval, North Adelaide
Who: All ages
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