AUS vs ENG Dream11 Prediction: Dream11 Team Today, Fantasy Cricket Tips, Playing XI, Pitch Report, Injury Update - The Ashes 2025-26, 5th Test

Australia and England are set to face each other in the 5th and last Test match of the series at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Australia took an unassailable lead in the series by winning the first three matches, while England won the 4th match and gained some momentum in the series. This test match will mark the last international appearance of Aussie batter, Usman Khawaja, as he has decided to retire from all forms of international cricket in front of his home ground.

In this AUS vs ENG Dream11 team prediction, we analyse pitch conditions, injury updates, toss prediction, head-to-head stats, and player performances to help you pick the best fantasy team for today’s match.

AUS vs ENG Match Preview

Australia head into the fifth Ashes Test in Sydney with the series already secured at 3–1 after victories in Perth, Brisbane and Adelaide. Pat Cummins is again rested to manage his workload, with Steve Smith continuing to lead the team. Khawaja is all set to play his farewell test in his home ground, and the Aussies will be looking to end the series with a win and give a farewell gift to the local boy, Usman Khawaja.

On the other hand, England's performance has been disappointing in the series, but a win in the Boxing Day Test would have boosted their confidence. Gus Atkinson has been ruled out of the last Test Match due to a hamstring injury, and Matthew Potts will likely replace him in the Playing 11.

Australia vs England Match Details

AUS vs ENG Dream11 Team Today Stats

• Left-hander, Travis Head, was the leading run scorer in Australia's last Test match, as he scored 58 runs against England in the fourth Test match of the series. Our AUS vs ENG Dream 11 today prediction suggests that he is the player to watch out for.
• The Aussie pacer, Scott Boland, was the leading wicket-taker for Australia, taking 5 wickets in his last match against England. He is arguably among the best bowlers in the world in Test cricket in recent years, and a great choice for the AUS vs ENG Dream11 Prediction today match.
• Harry Brook was the leading run scorer in England's last match, where he scored 59 runs in the match. He can be a crucial player, according to our AUS vs ENG Dream11 team Prediction.
• Right-arm fast bowler, Josh Tongue, took 7 wickets for England in the 4th Test. He is a fantastic choice for the AUS vs ENG Dream11 today team prediction.

AUS vs ENG Injury Update Today

The Australian captain, Pat Cummins, has been ruled out of the 5th Test match as well due to workload management, while Nathan Lyon has suffered a hamstring injury and will miss this match as well. All other players are fully fit to participate in this clash.

AUS vs ENG Toss Prediction

We can expect the England skipper, Ben Stokes, to win the toss and choose to bat first in the fifth Test match of the Ashes 2025-26 at the SCG. Due to pitch analysis and the chasing record of the venue, it is suitable for the team to opt for batting after winning the toss.

Record of Chasing Teams at Sydney Cricket Ground

The chasing record at the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG) is balanced. In Tests, 115 games have been played, and 44 matches were won by the chasing team, while 47 matches were won by the team batting first.

AUS vs ENG Playing 11 (Probable)

Steve Smith will lead Australia, while Ben Stokes is the captain of the English side, and both squads have potential match-winners who can earn a lot of fantasy points. These players should be considered for your AUS vs ENG Dream11 prediction today match.

Highest Run Scorers and Highest Wicket Takers

• In this series, Travis Head and Zak Crawley were the most successful run scorers for their respective teams, and viewers will be expecting the same kind of performance from these players, who are set to play in this upcoming game.
• Mitchell Starc and Brydon Carse were the top wicket-takers for their respective teams during this series and are among the players who will make a difference in this upcoming game, according to the AUS vs ENG Dream11 Prediction.

AUS vs ENG Captain and Vice Captain Choices

• Australian Opener batter, Travis Head and Ben Stokes are the top candidates for captaincy in this match, as both of them have been the standout players for their teams in the Ashes 2025-26.
• Mitchell Starc and Steve Smith are the ideal candidates for vice-captains. Both players are well-suited for this format and will make great choices for the AUS vs ENG Dream11 prediction.

Top Picks for AUS vs ENG Dream11 Prediction

• Mitchell Starc was the player of the match in the first two matches. He has picked up 26 wickets so far in the Ashes and also contributed with 151 runs with his batting.
• Zak Crawley scored 59 runs in the previous match. Back him to do well as he is the leading run scorer for the English side in the series. He will be a top pick for this AUS vs ENG Dream11 team prediction.

Budget Picks for AUS vs ENG Dream11 Prediction

• Josh Tongue was the leading wicket taker for the England team in the 4th Test match as he picked up 7 wickets in the game and was named as the Player of the Match.
• Scott Boland was the leading wicket-taker for the Aussies in the last match as he picked up 5 wickets in the last game and will be a handy budget pick.

Best Team for Dream11 Today's Match

• Keepers: A Carey
• Batters: J Root, S Smith(vc), T Head(c), U Khawaja, Z Crawley
• All-rounders: B Stokes, M Neser
• Bowlers: M Starc, B Carse, J Tongue

Best Dream11 Team Today

• Keepers: A Carey
• Batters: S Smith, H Brook, T Head, M Labuschagne
• All-rounders: B Stokes(c), J Bethell, W Jacks
• Bowlers: M Starc(vc), S Boland, M Potts

Note: Sportsdunia has prepared a fantasy team for AUS vs ENG based on their experience in fantasy cricket.

AUS vs ENG Dream11 Prediction Today (5th Test) The Ashes 2025-26 Players to Avoid

• Gus Atkinson, from the English lineup, is ruled out of the 5th Test due to a hamstring injury, so avoid selecting him for this match.
• Jake Weatherald might struggle to deliver an impactful performance, so it might be advisable to avoid selecting him for this match.

AUS vs ENG Weather & Pitch Report at Sydney Cricket Ground

• There are chances of thundershowers during the first day of the 5th Test match, but the next four days will remain clear, and fans can expect plenty of sunshine as the game progresses.
• According to the Sydney Cricket Ground pitch report, the surface is a decent batting venue across all formats. During the first two days, the pitch is good for batting, but it will deteriorate as the match goes on.

AUS vs ENG Head-to-Head Records

Australia and England have faced each other in 365 Test matches. Out of these 365 games, Australia has won 155 of them, while England has come out victorious on 113 occasions. 97 matches ended in a draw. So, the Aussies are ahead in the Australia vs England H2H rivalry.

Disclaimer: This team is based on the analysis, calculated odds, and past experience of the author. While selecting your team, consider the analysis only as supporting data while making your own decision. Sportsdunia does not work with insider news and will not be responsible for any monetary loss to the users following the analysis.