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v2.5 StablePikory 2026
Discovery Intelligence

#The Ashes

Total Volume
527KLive
Discovery Velocity
Viral
Initial Sampling
12 Items
Hashtag StatsBased on recent activity
Total Posts
527K
Avg. Views
2,194,054
Best Performing Reel View
15,043,360 Views
Analyzed Creators
11
Performance Context
Initial Batch12 reels analyzed

Trending Feed

12 posts loaded

still thinking about the ashes down under (even though we lo
3,340,405

still thinking about the ashes down under (even though we lost the series, even though it traumatised me, even though I still haven’t recovered) 🥲 nothing will ever beat watching england play test cricket 🥹 #crickettok #crictok #cricket #englandcricket #theashes

Then Lockdown Kids Say That It's Just A Normal Series 🤡 ||
308,854

Then Lockdown Kids Say That It's Just A Normal Series 🤡 || Ashes Day 1 Full Highlights #ashes2025 @i_am.sahil

Nobody was stopping David Warner from finishing his point...
1,916,610

Nobody was stopping David Warner from finishing his point... not even Mitchell Starc 🤣 Watch the #Ashes LIVE in 4K and ad-break free during play, on Kayo! #TheAshes #AUSvENG #Cricket

The sledging begins 🌶️ 😮‍💨
15,043,360

The sledging begins 🌶️ 😮‍💨

After a great knock, Warner is bowled by a Josh Tongue peach
48,176

After a great knock, Warner is bowled by a Josh Tongue peach! 🍑 Steve Smith joins Marnus at the crease. 🫡 🖥️ #TheAshes 2nd Test | Live, on Channel 9 & 9Now. #9WWOS #Cricket #Ashes #ENGvsAUS

Aussie F1 Driver Oscar Piastri loves his Cricket! 🏏 

Watch
955,593

Aussie F1 Driver Oscar Piastri loves his Cricket! 🏏 Watch the #Ashes LIVE in 4K and ad-break free during play, on Kayo! #TheAshes #AUSvENG #Cricket

What it's like facing @patcummins30 😱🥵
#TheAshes #Ashes202
581,073

What it's like facing @patcummins30 😱🥵 #TheAshes #Ashes2026 #AUSvENG #ENGvAUS #TheUrn #TestCricket #AshesSeries #CricketRivalry #BarmyArmy #AussieCricket #explorepage #viralreels #explore #trending #viral #icc #instagood #cricket #australia #patcummins

Ashes 💥
2,969,128

Ashes 💥

That important decision is NOW 🏏🇦🇺

#TheAshes #cricket #c
40,103

That important decision is NOW 🏏🇦🇺 #TheAshes #cricket #cricketaustralia #cricketmemes #PatCummins

Peak Ashes 💥
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#ashes #engvsaus #theashes #mit
1,103,047

Peak Ashes 💥 . . . . . #ashes #engvsaus #theashes #mitchellstarc #benstokes #travishead #testcricket #england #australia #aussies #trending #viral #cricket

Peak ashes 📈
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#ashes #explore
22,295

Peak ashes 📈 . . . #ashes #explore

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Jofra Archer v Steve Smith 🇦🇺
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The Ashes

🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 Jofra Archer v Steve Smith 🇦🇺 ... The Ashes battle that had us on the edge of our seats! ... ‘The Test: A New Era For Australia’s Team’ is available to watch on #PrimeVideo ... #England #Australia #Cricket #TheAshes #InstaCricket

Top Creators

Most active in #the-ashes

Semantic Clustering

Reels Graph Intelligence.

Advanced mapping of high-affinity Instagram Reels semantic patterns identified within the #the-ashes ecosystem.

Strategic Implementation

Our semantic engine has identified these specific pattern clusters as high-affinity matches for #the-ashes. Integrated usage of #the-ashes with strategic Reels tags like #the ashes 2026 schedule and #the favors ashe and finneas is statistically linked to a significant increase in initial Reels discovery velocity.

In-Depth Hashtag Analysis: #the-ashes

Expert Review • June 5, 2026 • Based on 12 Reels

Executive Overview

#the-ashes is an actively used Instagram hashtag. Across the 12 trending reels analyzed on this page, the content has accumulated a combined total of 26,328,644 views— demonstrating exceptional viral potential within this content vertical. The top creator ecosystem features 8 notable accounts, led by @tntsports with 15,043,360 total views. The hashtag's semantic network includes 30 related keywords such as #the ashes 2026 schedule, #the favors ashe and finneas, #rise from the ashes, indicating its position within a broader content cluster.

Avg. Views / Reel
2,194,054
26,328,644 total
Viral Ceiling
15,043,360
Best Performing Reel
Unique Creators
8
12 reels analyzed

Viewership & Reach Analysis

The 12 reels in this dataset have generated a combined 26,328,644 views, translating to an average of 2,194,054 views per reel. This exceptionally high average viewership indicates that content in this hashtag frequently hits the Explore page or Reels tab, driving massive exposure beyond the creator's immediate follower base.

Top Performing Reel

The highest-performing reel in this dataset received 15,043,360 views. This viral outlier performance is 686% of the average reel performance in this set. This significant gap between the top performer and the average highlights the "viral lottery" nature of this hashtag — breakout hits can achieve massive scale.

Content Overview & Top Creators

The #the-ashes ecosystem is dominated by short-form video content (Reels), aligning with Instagram's algorithmic preference for video-first distribution. There are 8 distinct accounts contributing to the trending feed. The top creator, @tntsports, has contributed 1 reel with a total viewership of 15,043,360. The top three creators — @tntsports, @lucy.blitzz, and @shreya.sen_1 — together account for 81.1% of the total views in this dataset. The semantic network of #the-ashes extends across 30 related hashtags, including #the ashes 2026 schedule, #the favors ashe and finneas, #rise from the ashes, #ashe. Creators often use these tags together to reach overlapping audiences.

Discoverability & Reach Potential

The discoverability metrics for #the-ashes indicate an active content ecosystem. The average of 2,194,054 views per reel demonstrates consistent audience reach. For creators using #the-ashes, high-quality production and strong hooks in the first 1-2 seconds tend to perform best given the competition.

Analyst Verdict

#the-ashes demonstrates the hallmarks of a well-performing Instagram hashtag. With an average of 2,194,054 views per reel, the viewership metrics position this hashtag as a premium discovery vehicle. Creators like @tntsports and @lucy.blitzz are leading the charge, setting viewership benchmarks for the community.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything about #the-ashes on Instagram

Frequently Asked Questions

How popular is the #the ashes hashtag?

Currently, #the ashes has over 527K public posts on Instagram. It is a highly active community focus area for creators and brands.

Can I download reels from #the ashes anonymously?

Yes, Pikory allows you to view and download public reels tagged with #the ashes without an account and without notifying the content creators.

What are the most related tags to #the ashes?

Based on our semantic analysis, tags like #from the ashes, #the ashes barns, #rising from the ashes are frequently used alongside #the ashes.
#the ashes Instagram Discovery & Analytics 2026 | Pikory