Utilita Bowl confirmed to host fourth Ashes Test as part of major year of cricket in Hampshire
Utilita Bowl will host the fourth Test of next year’s men's Rothesay Ashes series between England and Australia from 21-25 July 2027.
The confirmation marks another landmark moment in the history of the venue, with Utilita Bowl set to host a men's Ashes Test match for the very first time. Already established as one of the country's leading international cricket venues, Utilita Bowl will become only the 10th ground in the UK to host a men's Ashes Test.
The fixture will form the centrepiece of a major summer of international cricket at Utilita Bowl in 2027, with England Men taking on Pakistan in a Metro Bank One Day International on 15 May and England Women facing Australia in the Metro Bank Women's Ashes Series on 13 July.
The awarding and confirmation of an Ashes Test in Southampton represents one of the defining achievements of former Chairman Rod Bransgrove's tenure. Over the past quarter of a century, Bransgrove has overseen the transformation of Hampshire Cricket and Utilita Bowl from a club facing an uncertain future to one of the leading venues in world cricket, capable of hosting the sport's biggest and most prestigious fixtures.
David Mann, Chief Executive of Utilita Bowl, said: "The Ashes is one of the biggest events in world sport, and we're incredibly proud that Utilita Bowl will host the fourth Test Match in the Rothesay 2027 Men's Ashes series from 21–25 July. This is a landmark moment for our venue, Hampshire Cricket and the South Coast, and a testament to the investment we've made in creating one of the world's leading cricket destinations.
"We know this will be one of the most sought-after sporting tickets of 2027, and we're looking forward to welcoming supporters from across the UK and around the world for what promises to be an unforgettable five days of world-class cricket.
"What makes 2027 even more special is that it will be the culmination of an incredible summer of international cricket. Before the Ashes Test, we'll welcome England and Pakistan for a Men's Metro Bank ODI on 15 May before England and Australia face off in the Metro Bank Women's Ashes Series on 13 July.
"To host three of the biggest international fixtures in the space of just a few months, represents both an honour and an opportunity to showcase everything our venue, our region and Hampshire Cricket have to offer on the biggest stage."
Fans are encouraged to register their interest for Ashes tickets now at www.utilitabowl.com/ashes to receive the latest information and updates ahead of tickets going on sale.
With Priority Club for 2026 already sold out, supporters seeking priority access to Ashes tickets are encouraged to secure a 2027 membership, with more information on 2027 memberships to be released soon.
Demand for hospitality packages for the 2027 Ashes Test is expected to be exceptionally high. Priority ticket access to Ashes hospitality will be given to 2026 international hospitality bookers. Limited hospitality tickets are available for England Men's IT20 against Sri Lanka at Utilita Bowl.
Guests who take advantage of these opportunities will receive priority access for hospitality at the 2027 Ashes Test.
To be among the first to hear about ticket information, membership details and hospitality opportunities for the 2027 Ashes Test, register your interest today at www.utilitabowl.com/ashes.