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Don’t pay to watch the Boxing Day Ashes Test — here’s how I’m streaming it free

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It's been an action-packed Ashes series so far, so make sure you don't miss the biggest test!

ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 19: Travis Head of Australia hits a four during day three of the Third Test Match in the 2025-26 Ashes Series between Australia and England at Adelaide Oval on December 19, 2025 in Adelaide, Australia.
Travis Head scored an impressive century batting for Australia (Image credit: Philip Brown/Getty Images)
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Well, it's been an eventful 2025-26 Ashes. After a brutal two day thumping in Perth, a typical loss at the 'Gabbatoir' and a stifling defeat in the heat at Adelaide, England have once again fell short in their bid to secure the urn.

But where do you watch it? It has to be 7Plus! Not only do they offer great coverage with an insightful and witty group of pundits...but it's FREE! This summer, I’ve watched every Test match on 7Plus, and it has consistently outperformed paid services like Kayo Sports, TNT Sports, and Willow TV.

If you're an Aussie resident, all you need is your postcode and an account, but if you're not in Australia you can use a VPN to unlock the free streaming site.

Find out more below...

How I'm streaming The Boxing Day Ashes Test for free

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For those in Australia, 7Plus is streaming the Boxing Day Ashes Test for free.

New to 7Plus? Register for a free account to watch 7Plus online.

Don't forget. You will need an Australian postcode (e.g. 2027) to access Channel 7's streaming service.

Traveling outside Australia right now? You can use a VPN to watch all the action free of charge as if you were back at home. NordVPN is our top pick of the options.

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