SaralnamaAustralian fast bowler Josh Hazlewood has said that England's batting line-up will be a big challenge for Australia in the Ashes 2025/26 series starting on 21 November. He praised England's top batters, especially Harry Brook and Joe Root. Brook, ranked No. 2 in the world, will tour Australia for the first time in Tests, and Hazlewood believes he will adapt well. Root is also in excellent form and is one of the toughest batters to face. Hazlewood said England’s top seven batsmen have performed very well recently, making the batting line-up one of the strongest Australia has faced in recent years. Hazlewood is preparing for the series by bowling multiple spells in practice matches to build stamina. The Ashes series will begin at Optus Stadium in Perth. To prepare well, players should get match practice by playing several games before the series. (Updated 28 Aug 2025, 14:00 IST; source: link)