The final Test match of the 2021/22 Ashes series was originally scheduled at Optus Stadium in Perth through 14-18 January 2022, but had to be moved because of the strict COVID-19 regulations in Western Australia.
It would have been the first time Optus Stadium will host an Ashes game, after taking over as hosts from the WACA for international Test matches in 2018.
The WACA is Perth's oldest stadium at 128 years old as it was established in 1893, however with a capacity of only 24,500, they decided to make the switch to Optus Stadium.
The new venue opened in January 2018 and has a capacity for 65,000 fans.
Where is Optus Stadium?
The stadium is located on the Burswood Peninsula in Perth and it is approximately 4.6km's from Perth's CBD.
What is Australia and England's Ashes record in Perth?
| Countries | Win | Loss | Draw |
|---|---|---|---|
| Australia | 10 | 1 | 3 |
| England | 1 | 10 | 3 |
England have only one won Ashes Test in Perth, but have never played at Optus Stadium.
When was the last Test match at Optus stadium?
There have only been two test matches at Optus Stadium, one against India in 2018 and most recently against New Zealand in December 2019.
Australia beat the future ICC Test World Champions NZ by 296 runs in the Trans-Tasman trophy.
What are the past five Ashes results in Perth?
| Season | Winner | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Australia | Won by inns & 41 runs |
| 2013 | Australia | Won by 150 runs |
| 2010 | England | Won by 267 runs |
| 2006 | Australia | Won by 206 runs |
| 2002 | Australia | Won by inns & 48 runs |
What are some legendary Ashes moments at Perth?
Adam Gilchrist scored the fourth-quickest century in Test match history in the 2006 series at the WACA.
The legendary batter and wicket-keeper made 100 runs off a ridiculous 57 balls.
A young Ben Stokes scored a century in his second Test match against an in-form Mitchell Johnson at the WACA in the 2013 series.
This is where the current England gun announced himself as a future star to the world.
What have past-and-present Ashes stars said about Optus Stadium?
Adam Gilchrist shared many good memories at the WACA and was torn on the move to Optus Stadium.
"The WACA was a ground that gave me my chance and a city that gave me my chance to pursue my dreams, I was very emotional about that last match there,” the wicket-keeper said to The West.
“But you then project forward and you cannot fault this.
“The level of comfort here compared to the WACA is quite extraordinary.”
Here is a behind the scenes look at the new stadium by Australian cricket star Mitch Marsh.