Cricket's oldest and fiercest rivalry. 140+ years of glory, heartbreak, and unforgettable moments — all searchable, all at your fingertips.
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A brief history of cricket's greatest contest
When Australia defeated England at The Oval, a satirical obituary declared English cricket had died and "the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia." England's captain vowed to recover them — and a legend was born.
The tiny terracotta urn — just 15 cm tall — remains permanently at Lord's Cricket Ground regardless of who wins. Teams compete for the pride of holding the Ashes, contested every two years.
A modern series consists of 5 Test matches. The team that wins more matches wins the series. If drawn, the team that held the Ashes retains them — the pinnacle of Test cricket.
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