The highly anticipated Ashes 2025 series is about to kick off this week after months of eager waiting. England's pursuit of the iconic urn commences in Perth on November 21. The last time England secured the Ashes on home soil was in 2015, and they have faced challenges in Australia since, suffering losses in 13 of their last 15 Tests played there. Australia will start the series without their captain Pat Cummins and fast bowler Josh Hazlewood. Cummins has been sidelined due to a back injury, and Hazlewood's recent hamstring strain has further complicated the home team's strategy.

Scott Boland is expected to fill one of the bowling spots, while uncapped Brendan Doggett may step in for the other.

In the Australian batting lineup, selectors are confronted with a difficult choice. Will they

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