Ashes History at Adelaide Oval

Every venue touched by the Ashes becomes part of its history, but few venues can claim a richer Ashes heritage than Adelaide Oval. It was here that Douglas Jardine's Bodyline tactics against Don Bradman changed cricket forever, where Mitchell Johnson terrified the English with one of the fiercest spells of bowling in Ashes history, and where the genius of Shane Warne and Michael Hussey won the impossible in Amazing Adelaide.

Come 17 December 2025, Adelaide Oval will once again play host to this iconic series, giving players their opportunity to find themselves a place in the annuals of Ashes folklore. Performances made under the shadow of the urn define careers. Relive or rediscover some of these moments below.

  • Bodyline Series

    The Bodyline series remains one of cricket’s most dramatic and divisive chapters. Explore how England’s controversial short-pitched bowling tactics challenged Australia’s batting dominance and sparked a storm that helped reshaped the laws of the game.

  • Kevin Pietersen Leads England to an Innings Victory

    Kevin Pietersen’s stunning double century lit up Adelaide Oval during the 2010/11 Ashes, powering England to an innings victory and leaving a mark on an unforgettable series for England.

  • Amazing Adelaide

    The Adelaide Oval clash in the 2006/07 Ashes seemed destined for a draw, until the brilliance of Shane Warne and Michael Hussey turned the tide. Relive how Australia achieved the impossible.

  • Mitchell Johnson Terrifies England

    Adelaide Oval witnessed one of the fiercest spells of bowling ever seen in Ashes history. Discover the story of how Mitchell Johnson earned his place in the Avenue of Honor.

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