Australia are unbeaten in six straight home Test series that includes a 4-0 win over England in 2021-22 and would be hoping to continue the home dominance in 2025-26.

The first Test in Perth, come November 21, will set the tone for a mouthwatering Test series ahead.

Australia’s squad (first Test only): Steve Smith (c), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster

Series schedule:

First Test: Perth Stadium, November 21-25
Second Test: Gabba, December 4-8
Third Test: Adelaide Oval, December 17-21
Fourth Test: MCG, December 26-30
Fifth Test: SCG, January 4-8