Will Jacks Set to Make Ashes Debut in Brisbane Test Against Australia

Will Jacks is set to make his debut in the Ashes series against Australia, stepping in for the injured Mark Wood. The second Test will take place in Brisbane, where England aims to bounce back after a loss in the first match. Captain Ben Stokes remains hopeful for a series victory despite the setback. Discover more about the teams and the excitement surrounding this historic cricket series.

By Narendra Chaudhary Dec 2, 2025, 16:59 IST

Will Jacks to Replace Injured Mark Wood

According to the official website of the International Cricket Council (ICC), England's all-rounder Will Jacks is poised to make his debut in the Ashes series against Australia during the second Test in Brisbane. He will take the place of the injured Mark Wood, while the rest of the team remains unchanged. Jacks has previously played two Test matches, both during England's tour of Pakistan in 2022, where he scored 89 runs and took six wickets. Notably, he achieved his first five-wicket haul in his debut Test against Pakistan.

Excitement for the Ashes Tour

In a video posted on the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) official website, Will Jacks expressed his eagerness for the Ashes tour, stating that he never anticipated being here just a few months ago. He described being part of this team as an incredible experience and emphasized that earning a spot in the playing eleven for the Ashes series away from home feels like a dream come true. Following an eight-wicket loss in the first Test in Perth, England is currently trailing 1-0 in the series.

Captain Ben Stokes Remains Optimistic

Despite the defeat, captain Ben Stokes has expressed his determination to win the Ashes series with four matches still to play. The second Test is scheduled to commence on December 4 in Brisbane, and this series is part of the ICC World Test Championship (WTC) 2025-27.

England's Squad for the Second Test

The England team for the second Test includes: Jack Crawley, Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, Joe Root, Harry Brook, Ben Stokes (captain), Jamie Smith (wicketkeeper), Will Jacks, Gus Atkinson, Brydon Carse, and Jofra Archer.

Australian Team for the Second Test

The Australian squad for the second Test features: Steve Smith (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey, Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, and Beau Webster.