Australia vs England: Who Will Win the Smashes Jousting Tournament?

Ever heard of jousting?

Most people associate it with Medieval England or even the rule of Henry VIII. So, for many sports fans, it can be surprising to learn that in 2025, there is a world-famous jousting event. Known as The Smashes Jousting Tournament, it is everything you would expect from jousting: armor, horses, and jousts, with the one who takes their opponent off their horse being declared the winner.

This is far from being an everyday thing for most fans of sport, so if you want to learn more about this somewhat epic event, here, we have everything you need to know about the contenders, the sport, the odds, and the prizes.

In 2025, it is England vs Australia, which will make for a very entertaining match!

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Who Are The Jousters?

At the time of writing, the names of those who will be jousting have not been released. However, each side will have three jousters, and they will compete wearing 50kg of armor, so it is likely that they will be tough!

However, one of the people contending in the event will be the reigning champion, Renae Marisma.

When and Where Does The Smashes Jousting Tournament Take Place?

The final test in the Smashes Jousting Tournament 2025 is scheduled to take place on March 29 and March 30, 2025. It will take place at Kryal Castle, Leigh Creek, Victoria, Australia.

Who is the Reigning Champion?

Renae Marisma is the current reigning champion of the Australian Jousting Championship, winning the event in 2024 after defeating Philip Leitch. She was one of eight jousters who participated in the tournament and walked away with the prize. After winning the 2024 competition, she announced via an article in Times New Group that she intended to take her jousting global and compete in contests in Europe, Canada, and the US.

Which Country is Most Likely to Win?

As jousting is not exactly the same as other sports like horse racing, it can be hard to predict whether England or Australia will win.

However, when looking at the reigning champion, alongside her victorious path to the Smashes Jousting victory in 2024, it is worth noting that she represents Australia. So, if you are looking to bet on England winning, it may be prudent to find more information about the jousters representing England in the tournament.

Also, the person from whom Marisma took the title was also an Australian, Philip Leitch.

What Will the 2025 Winner Receive?

When someone wins the Smashes Jousting Tournament, they receive the Smashes Urn.

This is no small cup and is highly symbolic to everyone who loves jousting. It is filled with the ashes of a sacrificial lance which was burned in England at Arundel Castle.

Whoever wins the joust in 2025 will have to defend this urn at the Royal Armouries in Leeds, England, in 2027.

Where Can I Watch The Smashes Jousting Tournament?

You can attend the event in person, if desired, for a fee of $42.30 for adults and $32.40 for children. Don’t worry! Even though it is an event about jousting, it has been deemed family-friendly.

At the time of writing, there is no dedicated online platform or TV station for watching the event but you can watch past events on YouTube.

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