Ashes 2023: An Immortal Chapter in Cricket’s Hallowed History

The Ashes, the iconic Test cricket series between Australia and England, holds a special place in the history of the sport. This fiercely contested rivalry has captured the attention of cricket fans worldwide for well over a century. Dating back to 1882, the Ashes series has become a storied tradition, steeped in glory and competition. As the cricketing world awaits the next chapter in this historic contest, Ashes 2023 promises to etch itself as another historic chapter in cricket’s hallowed history.

From Cremation To Cricket: The Origins of the Ashes Rivalry

The Ashes series originated from an unexpected twist during Australia’s tour of England in 1882. Following a loss to Australia at The Oval, a British newspaper lamented the “death of English cricket” and stated that “the body will be cremated and the Ashes taken to Australia.” This witticism sparked a fire in both nations and a legend was born. The following series in 1882-1883 in Australia saw England seeking to regain the Ashes and thus began the enduring tradition of one of the greatest rivalries in cricket.

The Ashes’ Hall of Cricketing Heroes

Over the years, The Ashes has produced enthralling cricketing battles, with both teams showcasing their unwavering determination to claim victory. The series has witnessed some extraordinary performances from cricketing legends who have etched their names in the history of the game. From Sir Donald Bradman and Jack Hobbs’ batting prowess to Shane Warne and James Anderson’s mesmerizing bowling, the Ashes has been a stage where heroes are made and legends are born.

Most Runs in Ashes History

Player	Duration	Matches	Innings	Runs	Average	50s	100s	H/S
Don Bradman (Aus)	1928-1948	37	63	5028	89.78	12	19	334
Jack Hobbs (Eng)	1908-1930	41	71	3636	54.26	15	12	187
Allan Border (Aus)	1978-1993	42	73	3222	55.55	19	7	200*
Steve Waugh (Aus)	1986-2003	45	72	3173	58.75	14	10	177*
Steve Smith (Aus)	2010-Present	32	56	3044	59.68	11	11	239

Most Wickets in Ashes History

Player	Duration	Matches	Innings	Wickets	Average	5W	10W
Shane Warne	1993-2007	36	72	195	23.25	11	4
Glenn McGrath	1994-2007	30	60	157	20.92	10	–
Hugh Trumble	1890-1904	31	55	141	20.88	9	3
Stuart Broad	2009-Present	35	64	131	29.05	8	1
Denis Lillee	1971-1982	24	47	128	22.32	7	2

Ashes Winner Lists – From 1882-2023

Year	Winner	Hosts	Result
1882/1883	England	Australia	2-1
1884	England	England	1-0
1884/1885	England	Australia	3-2
1886	England	England	3-0
1886/1887	England	Australia	2-0
1887/1888	England	Australia	1-0
1888	England	England	2-1
1890	England	England	2-0
1891/1892	Australia	Australia	2-1
1893	England	England	1-0
1894/1895	England	Australia	3-2
1896	England	England	2-1
1897/1898	Australia	Australia	4-1
1899	Australia	England	1-0
1901/1902	Australia	Australia	4-1
1902	Australia	England	2-1
1903/1904	England	Australia	3-2
1905	England	England	2-0
1907/1908	Australia	Australia	4-1
1909	Australia	England	2-1
1911/12	England	Australia	4-1
1912	England	England	1-0
1920/21	Australia	Australia	5-0
1921	Australia	England	3-0
1924/1925	Australia	Australia	4-1
1926	England	England	1-0
1928/29	England	Australia	4-1
1930	Australia	England	2-1
1932/33	England	Australia	4-1
1934	Australia	England	2-1
1936/1937	Australia	Australia	3-2
1938	Drawn	England	1-1
1946/47	Australia	Australia	3-0
1948	Australia	England	4-0
1950/1951	Australia	Australia	4-1
1953	England	England	1-0
1954/1955	England	Australia	3-1
1956	England	England	2-1
1958/59	Australia	Australia	4-0
1961	Australia	England	2-1
1962/63	Drawn	Australia	1-1
1964	Australia	England	1-0
1965/66	Drawn	Australia	1-1
1968	Drawn	England	1-1
1970/1971	England	Australia	2-0
1972	Drawn	England	2-2
1974/1975	Australia	Australia	4-1
1975	Australia	England	1-0
1977	England	England	3-0
1978/1979	England	Australia	5-1
1981	England	England	3-1
1982/1983	Australia	Australia	2-1
1985	England	England	3-1
1986/87	England	Australia	2-1
1989	Australia	England	4-0
1990/91	Australia	Australia	3-0
1993	Australia	England	4-1
1994/95	Australia	Australia	3-1
1997	Australia	England	3-2
1998/1999	Australia	Australia	3-1
2001	Australia	England	4-1
2002/2003	Australia	Australia	4-1
2005	England	England	2-1
2006/07	Australia	Australia	5-0
2009	England	England	2-1
2010/2011	England	Australia	3-1
2013	England	England	3-0
2013/14	Australia	Australia	5-0
2015	England	England	3-2
2017/18	Australia	Australia	4-0
2019	Drawn	England	2-2
2021/2022	Australia	Australia	4-0

The Ashes 2023 Schedule

The Ashes 2023 is set to kick start from 16th June 2023 and England will be hosting this edition of the Ashes. England must be looking to revenge their previous Ashes humiliation as they were defeated 4-0.

The Ashes 2023 schedule is as follows:

1st Test: June 16-20, 2023 – Edgbaston Cricket Ground, Birmingham, England.

2nd Test: June 28- July 2, 2023 – Lord’s Cricket Ground, London, England.

3rd Test: July 6-10, 2023 – Headingley Cricket Ground, Leeds, England.

4th Test: July 19-23, 2023 – Old Trafford Cricket Ground, Manchester, England.

5th Test: July 27-31, 2023 – The Oval Cricket Ground, London, England.

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