The Australian team under Lindsay Hassett toured England during the Queen's coronation year of 1953 and played a five-match Test series.

After 4 successive draws in rain affacted matches, 6 days were allocated for the 5th and final Test match at the Oval. England under Len Hutton won the final Test to take the series 1-0 after spin played a decisive factor. Australia went in with no spinners but Engand's Jim Laker and Tony Lock, on their home pitch, led the way for a 8 wicket win. 

England thus recovered the Ashes for the first time since 1934 sparking a long celebration.

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