The Ultimate Ashes Betting Guide: Odds & Prediction (2021)

The Ashes: An Overview of the Series

Ashes 2021-22 is set to begin from 8th December. Both England and Australia displayed tremendous performances in the ICC T20 World Cup, where England got eliminated in the knockout stage and the Aussies won the cup.

By looking at this, it may seem like Australia has the upper hand in the series. However, when it comes to Test cricket, things are a little different – we can expect an equally powerful show of strength from both teams.

Ashes 2021-22 will be hosted by Australia, with a total of five matches set to be held at five different venues. All the matches played in the Ashes will be contested under the ICC World Test Championship 2021-23.

Ashes Betting Odds

Before we dive into the analysis and predictions of the Ashes, let’s have a look below at the betting odds released by some of the top betting sites.

Ashes Betting Odds, Tips & Predictions

Currently, the Ashes urn belongs to Australia, who won the 2017-18 edition of the series. We can therefore expect the English to give their all in order to win back what was lost, and just like the previous Ashes, each match can be expected to be a nail-biter.

Below we have compiled a few useful betting tips and series predictions that can help you during Ashes in-play betting:

1. The first test will be played at the Gabba, a ground on which Australia has dominated every opponent. The performance of the English cricket team has been very poor at the Gabba, and they have won only two Test matches at this venue since World War II.
2. From looking at this record, we can expect Australia to win the first Test. With the presence of star players like David Warner, Steve Smith, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins in the squad, we anticipate an impressive performance from Australia in batting and bowling.
3. David Warner can end up being the batsman for Australia who scores the most runs in the series having proved his might in the latest T20 World Cup, and can be very troublesome for England if his current form continues.
4. Pat Cummins, the newly appointed captain of Australia, is our pick for top bowler from Australia. Over time the 26-year-old cricketer has proven his skills by bowling fast swinging delivery, and has saved the day for his team in the death overs.
5. On the other hand, the England squad also looks very strong with the inclusion of the players like Joe Root, James Andreson, Ben Stokes, and Jack Leach. Another thing we should remember is that Australia lost its first Test match at the Gabba earlier this January to India in the last 35 years. So there is still a tiny possibility of England beating the home team at Gabba.
6. James Anderson is one of the top bowlers from England, and is currently the world’s third-highest wicket-taker in Test cricket.
7. As for the top batsman from England, Joe Root would be our choice because of his impressive Test records.
8. The last Ashes didn’t have a winner as both the teams won two games and one ended in a draw due to heavy rain.

Ashes Schedule 2021

Popular Bets for the Ashes

Australia is the favourite for the winner of the Ashes, with Steve Smith expected to be the top batter of the series. Among bowlers, James Anderson is our pick for top wicket-taker in the series for the English team.

Tournament Structure

The tournament structure of Ashes is very straightforward, which makes it pretty easy to identify markets for Ashes live betting. England and Australia will play five Test matches against each other, and the team with the most number of wins will take the cup home. If the series results in a draw for some reason, then the previous winner of the series will hold on to the trophy.

About the Teams

Australia

Australia has strong openers like David Warner and Marcus Harris, who can set their team off to an fiery start, together with a trio of pacers in Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Mitchell Starc, who can do the same with the ball.

This time around Australia has included Usman Khawaja in the squad, who also boasts decent numbers in Test cricket. The addition of Nathan Lyon, who is regarded as one of the top spinners in Australian cricket, makes up for a great spin attack. Overall, Australia have managed to assemble a well-balanced squad in all departments.

Pat Cummins (c), Cameron Green, Marcus Harris, Josh Hazlewood, Travis Head, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Nathan Lyon, Michael Neser, Tim Paine (dropped out), Jhye Richardson, Mitchell Starc, Mitchell Swepson, Steve Smith, David Warner

England

The squad assembled by the English team does fall short of the Australians in some way. The absence of fast bowler Jofra Archer can be a setback, but the presence of James Anderson and Stuart Broad in the team somewhat makes up for this. Currently, Mark Wook is the only bowler in England who can bowl at 90 mph; this makes the bowling department a little weak.

The batting department has only two players who have scored a century in Test matches in Australia. However, Joe Root should be more than capable of supporting the middle order to get the scoreboard moving. Even though the England side might look a little weaker than their opponents, they can still fight hard and win the tournament.

Joe Root (c), James Anderson, Jonny Bairstow, Dominic Bess, Stuart Broad, Rory Burns, Jos Buttler (wk), Zak Crawley, Ben Stokes, Haseeb Hameed, Dan Lawrence, Jack Leach, Dawid Malan, Craig Overton, Ollie Pope, Ollie Robinson, Chris Woakes, Mark Wood

Key Players

Australia

1. David Warner: David Warner was awarded the Player of the Tournament in the ICC T20 World Cup 2021 and scored 289 runs. He has scored 24 centuries in 86 matches in Test cricket, with a decent average of 48.09. His best score is an unbeaten 335, which came against Pakistan in 2019 at Adelaide Oval.
2. Steve Smith: Currently, Steve Smith is ranked number three in the ICC Test Ranking for batsmen and has one of the best batting figures in this format of the game. He has an average of 61.8, which is the highest average recorded from 2016 in Test cricket. Smith has 27 tons and 31 fifties to his name over the course of 77 matches. In the last Ashes, he scored a hundred in both the innings of the first Test, which resulted in Australia’s win.
3. Pat Cummins: Pat Cummins is ranked number one in ICC Test Bowling Ranking and has taken 164 wickets in just 34 matches. Cummins has registered a five-wicket haul five times, and his best bowling figures are 6/23. If required, Pat Cummins can also perform with his bat.

England

1. Joe Root: Joe Root is regarded as the world’s best Test batsman in today’s time as per ICC Test Rankings. Root’s numbers speak for themselves. He has an average of 55. 02 with 23 centuries and 50 half-centuries registered against his name. Root also showed outstanding form in the Test series against India earlier this year.
2. Ben Stokes: Even though Ben Stokes was absent from international cricket for a few months due to mental health reasons, we still think he can play a match-winning innings in the Ashes. Stokes has been one of the most successful all-rounders for England and has displayed phenomenal performances during the previous edition of this tournament. He scored two centuries in consecutive matches and even managed to put a dent in the batting line-up of the Aussies.
3. James Anderson: James Anderson is one of the most skilled pacers in England's cricket history with 31 five-wicket hauls and 28 four-wicket hauls to his name in Test cricket. Against Australia, Anderson has taken 104 wickets, out of which 60 came on Australian soil. This means he is a key player for England who can get them much-needed early wickets in the innings.

Latest News and Current Form of Both Teams

Australia

Initially, Tim Paine was meant to lead Australia in the upcoming Ashes, but dropped the captaincy and took an indefinite break from cricket due to controversies surrounding him. Pat Cummins was then chosen to be the new captain of the team, which also led to the promotion of Steve Smith in the leadership role for the first time after the ball-tampering incident as he was given the responsibility of vice-captain.

As of now, there have been no injuries reported. The squad announced by the Australian cricket board is only for the first two matches, and selectors might look to make changes depending on the players' performance.

England

Ben Stokes was added to the England squad after he made himself available for the tournament. Fast bowlers like Sam Curran and Jofra Archer were left out of the 17-men squad due to injuries. Stuart Broad is also recovering from a calf injury, and there are chances that he might be benched for the first Test.

As always, Joe Root will be leading the team, with Jos Buttler in the role of vice-captain. Troy Cooley, Australian bowling coach, was brought in by the ECB (England and Wales Cricket Board) to train fast bowlers. England will be playing a couple of warm-up intrasquad 3-day test matches in the coming week.

Past Records

H2H Record

Source: ICC

Recent Winners

Key Stats for the 2021 Ashes

• Australia has lost to England at Gabba only twice since World War II.
• The last time England won the Ashes in Australia was in the 2010-11 edition of the tournament.
• Out of 167 Ashes matches played in Australia, England have won just 56, and Australia has won 86.
• In the 2019 Ashes, Stuart Broad dismissed David Warner seven times.
• The last Ashes tournament resulted in a draw, and Australia retained the Cup.

Prediction for This Series

The 2019-20 Ashes witnessed some of the most exciting matches in cricket history, especially the third Test match, which England won by just one wicket. Similar action can be expected in the upcoming series.

By looking at Australia’s record at Gabba and the strong team that they have managed to assemble, we think Australia will draw first blood and win the series.

Ashes Betting FAQs

Which are the best sites for Ashes betting?

The three best cricket betting sites for Ashes betting are 10CRIC, bet365, and Betway.

When will the Ashes take place?

The first game begins on 8th December 2021, and the last match will be played on 14th January 2022.

Who will be the host nation for the upcoming Ashes?

This year, the Ashes will be hosted by Australia as England hosted the tournament's previous edition.

Where can I watch the Ashes?

Sony Sports will be offering a live telecast of the Ashes in India. BT Sport, Channel 9, and Willow TV will broadcast live matches in the UK, Australia, and the USA, respectively. Most of the best cricket betting apps in India also provide live streaming services, and you can use them to watch the match while placing bets on the side. You can also see our guide on where to watch cricket highlights if you aren’t able to watch the matches in real time.

Are there any opportunities for in-play betting in the Ashes?

Of course. The series is an encounter between two of the most successful teams in the cricket world, meaning players will be putting in their best efforts to make the most of every minute. There will be plenty of betting opportunities during the game and you must prepare a well-planned strategy for Ashes in play betting to make

CricketBettingAdvice Final Say

The stakes are high for both the teams in this tournament, with one fighting to regain what was lost, and the other doing their best to hold on to its victorious past. Neither team can afford to take each other lightly, and every missed opportunity on the field will take them one step away from the win. The Ashes 2021-22 series is going to be a fantastic rollercoaster ride for cricket fans.

As always, we recommend that you consider value over everything else while placing your bets. Be safe, bet safe!

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