1946/47 Ashes
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The Ashes, the legendary cricket series between England and Australia, began in 1877 with the first-ever Test match played at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
The rivalry quickly grew after England lost to Australia on home soil in 1882, prompting a satirical obituary in The Sporting Times declaring that “English cricket had died, and the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia.”
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The 1946–47 Ashes series, the first after World War II, saw Australia, led by Don Bradman, decisively defeat Wally Hammond’s England 3–0 with two draws.
Australia dominated the series with commanding batting performances, including Bradman’s multiple centuries (187, 187*, 102*, 234) and strong support from Lindsay Hassett. England struggled to contain Australia’s batting and fast bowling attack, led by Ray Lindwall and Keith Miller. While the 2nd and 5th Tests ended in draws due to rain and high scoring, Australia’s consistent all-round superiority ensured they retained the Ashes and asserted post-war cricketing dominance.
Key Performances
- Don Bradman (Australia): Scored 659 runs in the series, including 187, 187*, 102*, and 234; decisive batting and captaincy.
- Lindsay Hassett (Australia): Reliable middle-order batsman; supported Bradman with crucial innings, including 183 in the 1st Test.
- Ray Lindwall (Australia): Fast bowler; took key wickets to dismantle England’s batting throughout the series.
- Keith Miller (Australia): All-round contributions; crucial wickets and lower-order runs.
- Arthur Morris (Australia): Opener; provided strong starts and partnerships at the top of the order.
- Wally Hammond (England): Mainstay of England’s batting; struggled against Australia’s attack but provided resistance.
- Len Hutton & Cyril Washbrook (England): Contributed useful runs, though unable to prevent series loss.
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