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England name their 12 for first Ashes Test

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Nov 19, 202536:07

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Eleanor Oldroyd is out and about in Perth for reaction to England naming their twelve-man squad for the first Ashes Test. Former England captain Michael Vaughan has his say on where the first Test could be won, England fast bowler Gus Atkinson looks ahead to the first match of the series, and Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt and TMS commentator Simon Mann dissect the twelve in England's squad. Plus, how could Australia line up after a hint from Australia bowler Mitchell Starc said he would bat at eight.

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When was this episode published?: November 19, 2025.
How long is this episode?: 36 min.
What podcast is this from?: Test Match Special. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: Test Match Special covers cricket. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

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Listen guide

How do I listen to this episode of Test Match Special?

"England name their 12 for first Ashes Test" is an episode of Test Match Special. Runtime 36 min. Published November 19, 2025. Hit play above to stream it here, or open the free Spot Sports app for background play and offline downloads.

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Open Spot Sports. Get the free Spot Sports app for background play, lock-screen controls, and offline downloads.
Or stream right here. Tap play on the episode card above. No app needed.
Browse the full podcast. Jump to the Test Match Special page for the rest of the catalog.
Or subscribe in any podcast app. Test Match Special ships on a standard RSS feed, so Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Overcast, and Pocket Casts all work too.

Quick FAQ

When was this episode published?: November 19, 2025.
How long is this episode?: 36 min.
What podcast is this from?: Test Match Special. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
What does this episode cover?: Test Match Special covers cricket. This episode runs on the show's regular cadence.

Sources

Episode context

Listen

Keep going with Test Match Special.

Listen here or keep browsing the show and related sport coverage from here.

Episode Notes

Eleanor Oldroyd is out and about in Perth for reaction to England naming their twelve-man squad for the first Ashes Test. Former England captain Michael Vaughan has his say on where the first Test could be won, England fast bowler Gus Atkinson looks ahead to the first match of the series, and Chief Cricket Reporter Stephan Shemilt and TMS commentator Simon Mann dissect the twelve in England's squad. Plus, how could Australia line up after a hint from Australia bowler Mitchell Starc said he would bat at eight.

Next listen

All from Test Match Special →

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