Australia vs England 2nd Ashes Test - How to stream the match without paying a single rupee in India

The second Test of the NRMA INSURANCE five-match Ashes test series in 2025 is set to be played today as bitter-rivals Australia and England gear up to lock horns versus each other.  The second game will be a day-night battle that will be difficult for both teams. England is attempting a series comeback after losing the opening Test.  Australia defeated England by 8 wickets in the first Test in Perth.  Australia is now prepared to play the second Test match against England.  Usman Khawaja, the hosts' seasoned opener, will be absent from the second Ashes Test because of a back issue.

He is now recuperating after missing the second innings in Perth.  Captain Pat Cummins is unlikely to play in this game because he is currently recovering from a back issue.  It is expected that he may be fit and able to return by the time the third Test begins in Adelaide on December 17th.

However, injuries are also a problem for England.  Due to a knee injury, fast bowler Mark Wood will not play in the second Test.  Will Jacks, an all-rounder, has taken his place, giving England's bowling under pink ball conditions more variation.

England will hope to even the series in the day-night Test, while Australia will seek to continue their domination.  The bouncy field at the Gabba and the challenges of the pink ball are expected to make for an interesting encounter.  Let's find out how, when, and where to watch the second Test match.

When and where will the second Ashes Test 2025 be played?

Australia and England's second Ashes Test match is scheduled to start on December 4 at 9:30 AM IST.  The match will be played with the pink ball in Brisbane - The Gabba Cricket Ground.  This will be the only day-night match of the 2025 Ashes.

In India, how can you watch it live?

Cricket lovers in India may follow the live action of the second Ashes Test between Australia and England on the Star Sports 1 SD+HD Channel.  Live streaming of this match will be accessible on the Jio Hotstar app and website.  It's worth mentioning that you'll need an active JioHotstar membership to watch the whole match across all five days.

How to watch for free?

Cricket enthusiasts in India can enjoy the second Ashes test without any cost. They simply need to buy a sim card subscription plan from VI, Jio, or Airtel that includes JioHotstar, which is an excellent way to watch the match for free. Furthermore, fans can also check out websites such as Total Sportek and Epic Sports to follow the live action at no charge.

Australia squad for the second Ashes Test: Steve Smith (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wicketkeeper), Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis (wicketkeeper), Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster.

England's playing XI for the second Ashes Test: Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, Jofra Archer.

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