The 2009 Ashes series was played over five Tests, with England winning the series 2–1. England thus reclaimed The Ashes from Australia, who had won the previous series in 2006–07.

The series started on 8 July 2009 with England battling to an exciting and defiant draw at Cardiff with last pair James Anderson and Monty Panesar at the wicket.

The series was locked in at 1-1 as they got to the Fifth Test at The Oval that would decide the series. Australia, as holders, needed only a draw to retain the Ashes. An inspired bowling performance from Stuart Broad and and a maiden Test century for Jonathan Trott gave England a 197-run win and a 2–1 series victory.

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