Resolution criteria
This market will resolve based on the outcomes of the 2nd Ashes Test between Australia and England, scheduled from December 4 to December 8, 2025, at The Gabba in Brisbane. The match is a day-night Test, played with a pink ball under lights. Resolutions will be determined using official match reports from reputable sources such as ESPNcricinfo and the BBC.
Draw: Resolves "Yes" if the match concludes without a winner.
Tie: Resolves "Yes" if both teams finish with identical scores.
Australia Win: Resolves "Yes" if Australia wins the match.
Australia Win Toss: Resolves "Yes" if Australia wins the pre-match coin toss.
Australia Bowl First: Resolves "Yes" if Australia chooses to bowl first after winning the toss or is asked to bowl first by England.
Root 100: Resolves "Yes" if England's Joe Root scores 100 or more runs in a single innings.
Smith 100: Resolves "Yes" if Australia's Steve Smith scores 100 or more runs in a single innings.
Starc 10fa: Resolves "Yes" if Australia's Mitchell Starc takes 10 or more wickets in the match.
Starc 5fa: Resolves "Yes" if Mitchell Starc takes 5 or more wickets in a single innings.
Atkinson 5fa: Resolves "Yes" if England's Gus Atkinson takes 5 or more wickets in a single innings.
Background
The 2nd Ashes Test of the 2025/26 series is set to be a day-night match at The Gabba, marking the first time Brisbane hosts a pink-ball Ashes Test. (espncricinfo.com)
Key Players:
Joe Root: A seasoned batsman for England, known for his consistent performance and leadership.
Steve Smith: Australia's prolific run-scorer, recently surpassing 10,000 Test runs and holding the record for most Test centuries by an Australian in Asia. (en.wikipedia.org)
Mitchell Starc: Australia's left-arm fast bowler, renowned for his effectiveness with the pink ball in day-night Tests.
Gus Atkinson: An emerging fast bowler for England, recognized for his pace and potential impact in the series. (bbc.com)
Considerations
Day-Night Dynamics: The pink ball used in day-night Tests can behave differently under lights, potentially favoring fast bowlers like Starc and Atkinson.
Venue History: The Gabba has traditionally been a stronghold for Australia, though the shift to a day-night format introduces new variables.
Player Form and Fitness: Monitor the form and fitness of key players leading up to the match, as injuries or slumps can significantly influence outcomes.