ECB promises Ashes Test in north until at least 2039 after backlash

Ben Stokes was a prominent critic after Old Trafford and Headingley were snubbed for the 2027 series - (Getty)

The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) has vowed that the Ashes will have at least one Test in the north until 2039 after Headingley and Old Trafford were overlooked for next year’s series.

Lord’s, the Oval, Edgbaston, Trent Bridge and Hampshire’s Utilita Bowl will host the five matches between England cricket and Australia cricket in 2027, a decision that attracted significant criticism. Headingley will host a Test in the women’s series, but is not due to host a men’s Test until 2029.