The Ashes is one of cricket’s most iconic rivalries, and the 2025/26 series in Australia runs from November 21 to January 8. With five Tests to play, fans in Canada have plenty of late nights ahead. The key question, though, is how can you watch from Canada?
Who Shows the Ashes in Canada?
For this cycle, the broadcast answer is clear. Willow TV holds the North American rights to the Ashes and is listed as the official broadcaster for Canada, just as it is for other ICC and major international series. If you’re in Toronto or Vancouver, Willow is your primary destination for live Ashes coverage, highlights and replays.
Option 1: Willow TV Standalone Streaming
The most straightforward way to watch is to subscribe directly to Willow’s own streaming platform. Recent guides confirm the Ashes is being shown live and exclusively on Willow in both the US and Canada, with a monthly subscription of around $9.99 or an annual option of $79.99 plus tax. Once subscribed, you can stream via a web browser or app.
Willow supports a wide range of devices, including iOS and Android phones, tablets, Apple TV, Roku, Google TV and Chromecast. That flexibility makes it easy to cast the action onto your main TV while keeping an eye on the scorecard and social media on your phone.
Option 2: Get Willow Through Your Canadian TV Provider
If you already pay for a cable or satellite sports bundle, it’s worth checking whether you have Willow included. In Canada, sports packages from providers such as Bell can include Willow TV alongside channels like TSN, Sportsnet World and beIN Sports. In that scenario, you can watch the Ashes on the dedicated Willow channel, then log in with your TV provider details to access Willow’s apps.
If you don’t have Willow yet, call your provider and ask specifically about “Willow TV” or cricket packages. Prices vary, but adding a sports bundle for the duration of the Ashes may be appealing if other channels in the pack also interest you.
Time-Zone Tips and Match Schedule
Because the Ashes is being played in Australia, Canadian viewers face overnight starts. The first ball of most Tests typically lands in the Canadian evening, with play running deep into the night or early morning, depending on your province. Checking Willow’s fixtures page ahead of each Test will help you plan naps, coffee breaks and social viewing hours.
Many supporters opt to watch the opening session live, then catch up with extended highlights and replays the next day. Willow’s on-demand section is invaluable if work or sleep makes watching every ball impossible.
Following the Ashes Beyond the Live Pictures
Part of the fun of the Ashes is following the wider conversation. Canadian fans can combine Willow’s live pictures with radio commentary, podcasts, live blogs and social media analysis from Cricket Australia, the ECB and major global sports sites. As interest in the series grows, sports betting on the event grows in popularity, adding another layer of discussion around form, selection and momentum.
Conclusion
Watching the Ashes in Canada is easier than ever thanks to Willow TV’s comprehensive coverage, flexible streaming options and on-demand replays. Whether you’re catching sessions live overnight or tuning in the next day, Canadian fans can stay fully connected to every key moment of this historic cricket rivalry.
