Rugby League Ashes Confirmed for 2025 After 22-Year Hiatus

Australia and England will face off in three Test matches at iconic venues, marking the series' revival and raising questions about scheduling conflicts.

• The Rugby League Ashes series will return in October and November 2025 after a 22-year absence, with Australia touring England.
• Test matches are scheduled at Wembley Stadium in London, Everton's new stadium in Liverpool, and Headingley Stadium in Leeds.
• This will be the first rugby league international at Wembley since 2013 and the debut of Everton's recently opened stadium for the sport.
• Australia's participation in the Pacific Championships is uncertain due to scheduling conflicts, with Samoa likely to take their place.
• The series aims to revive a historic rivalry and promote rugby league in northern England, with Australia having won the last 13 Ashes series since 1970.

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