2025/26 NRMA Insurance Ashes Test

Ashes Test

The first Test of the hugely anticipated 2025-26 NRMA Insurance Ashes series will be The West Test from 21-25 November 2025!

See the Ashes ignite, when Australia take on England - you need to see it live!

TICKETS

Tickets on sale now via Ticketmaster.

GATE TIMES 

• Day 1 & 2 | 8:30am
• Day 3 | 9:00am
• Day 4 & 5 | 9:30am

WHAT'S ON

The West Fest

Stadium packed. Music pumping. Kids laughing. Food sizzling. 

From 21-25 November, Perth comes alive with The West Fest 2025. An all-out explosion of sport, culture and community, powered by the West Fest, the Perth Scorchers and The WA Day Festival. 

Spanning Stadium Park, the WACA Ground and the vibrant Burswood Park, West Fest is set to deliver an unforgettable experience. From the roar of the Ashes crowd to hands-on family fun, local flavours and live performances. Whether you're here for the cricket, culture or just the buzz, West Fest is where it all comes together. 

For all The WA Day Festival Event details, watch this space https://www.celebratewa.com.au/.

Ashes After Party

Join the Ultimate Ashes Afterparty after Day 2 of the NRMA West Test! Grab your tickets now

The West Test Hill

The NRMA Insurance West Test Hill returns! Inspired by the WACA Ground’s famous hill, the fan-favourite zone brings the ultimate summer vibe – games, giveaways, and an incredible view of the match.

Sitting 1: From gates open to 12.20pm

Sitting 2: From 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Sitting 3: From 3:20pm to end of play

Swing by, chill out, and catch all the action from the stadium's favourite pop-up hill.

GO BEYOND THE MATCH

The Stadium Test Tour

Get closer to the action than ever before with an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour. Stand on the field’s edge, step inside the players’ changerooms, and take in epic views from the Stadium’s rooftop.

Visit here to book your spot. 

Game Day Rooftop Experience

Don’t miss your chance to take your cricket experience up a level! Watch 6-7 overs from the most unique seats in the house.

It’s cricket like you’ve never seen before – feel the energy, hear the roar of the crowd, and witness every boundary and wicket from a unique vantage point. With limited spots available, secure your rooftop seat to see Australia take on England!

Book your game day rooftop experience here.

MATCH DAY DINING

Make the most of your match day and enjoy a delicious meal at City View Café. Located near Gate D, the café will open from gates until 3:00pm each day of the NRMA Insurance Men’s Ashes Series.

Take a break from the action and grab a coffee or try the new summer menu and chef's specials, available for both dine-in and takeaway. Make a booking here.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Your ticket to match includes travel on all Transperth services for three hours either side of the event.

Transperth services may vary across the five days, it is important to plan your journey for each day you are attending the Ashes Test. Additional services will be running to get you to and from the Test Match.

Travel by Train

• Days 1, 4 and 5 (weekday service) - Direct trains will not be running on these days. Catch a timetabled service to Perth, then transfer to a train to Stadium Station.
• Days 2 and 3 (weekend service)
  Getting here – Direct services from Yanchep and Mandurah
  Getting home – Full direct services to Yanchep, Mandurah and Fremantle.

Travel by Bus

• Days 1, 4 and 5 (weekday service) – The suburban bus network will not be running for these events. Catch a timetabled service to Perth, then transfer to Stadium Station.
• Days 2 and 3 (weekend service) - Full Suburban Bus network will be in operation for 2 hours pre-event and 45 minutes post-event.

Use the Transperth Journey Planner to plan your journey.

TAXI & RIDESHARE

The primary taxi rank is located off Victoria Park Drive. The taxi rank is adjacent to the Eastern Train Station accessible via the underpass.

In addition, an eight-stand pick up and drop off facility is located on Sailani Avenue in East Perth for taxi and other on-demand transport services to use e.g. Uber or Ola.

Passengers of these services will be able to access the stadium via a short walk across the Matagarup Bridge. Pick up and drop off for private vehicles is not permitted. 

PARKING

There is no parking available at the Stadium on major event days.

There are limited ACROD parking bays available for major events. Registrations for ACROD parking are managed by registering online and are issued by email. Register online here.