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AUS vs ENG 1st Ashes Test: As the five-match Ashes 2025-26 series kicks off in Perth, the anticipation isn’t just about who’ll land the first blow, it’s also about how the weather and pitch will shape the early battles. Australia and England are back in familiar territory, renewing cricket’s fiercest rivalry and chasing the sport’s most storied prize, the Ashes urn.

AUS vs ENG 1st Ashes Test: What will be the weather on Day-2?

Day 2 at the Optus Stadium is shaping up to be an intriguing one. The forecast suggests partly cloudy skies, with temperatures sitting comfortably in the mid-twenties. There’s a 20% chance of a late shower, so while rain isn’t expected to dominate the day, there’s just enough possibility to keep both teams on their toes. Winds will blow from the west to south-west at around 23 to 35 km/h – nothing extreme, but enough to offer a bit of movement for the quicks if the clouds hang around.

AUS vs ENG 1st Ashes Test: Pitch Update

The pitch, as always in Perth, will be a major talking point. It came into the Test with a bit of grass and moisture, but Day 2 is often when it starts settling into its real character. Expect good pace and bounce, and if the sun stays gentle, cracks shouldn’t widen too early. That means batters could find value for their shots, while bowlers, especially the seamers – will still sniff opportunities if they hit the right lengths.

All in all, Day 2 could swing either way. With the conditions fairly balanced, it comes down to which side adapts quicker and holds its nerve in this opening chapter of the Ashes.