The rugby league Ashes will return later this year in a three-Test series between Australia and England for the first time since 2003.
The matches will be played across England in October and November as the Kangaroos head on their first tour since the 2022 World Cup.
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“We are proud to revive one of the great rugby league traditions with the first Ashes series and Kangaroo Tour of England in 22 years,” ARLC Chairman Peter V’landys said.
“The ARLC believes in the international game and the commission was behind this historic tour to support the growth of the game in the North.
“Kangaroo tours are an iconic part of rugby league folklore and have always delivered thrilling contests.”
The Australian team won the 2022 World Cup in England but this will mark their first traditional tour of the country in 22 years.
“The Ashes has such a storied history, with so many legendary moments that make up the fabric of rugby league across multiple generations,” NRL chief executive Andrew Abdo said.
“A Kangaroo tour unites the rugby league southern and northern hemispheres and is an incredible opportunity to grow the international game.”
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The 2025 Ashes will kick off with the first Test at Wembley Stadium in London on Saturday 25 October.
The second Test will be played at Everton Stadium, a brand-new 53,000-seat state of the art facility in Liverpool, on Saturday 1 November.
Leeds will play host to the third and final Test at Headingley Stadium, home of the Leeds Rhinos, on Saturday 8 November.
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