1936/37 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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Gubby Allen led England on their tour to Australia in 1936/37. He had a job to repair the damage done when the previous Bodyline series in 1932/33 almost severed diplomatic relations between England and Australia.
The series marked Don Bradman’s first series as Australian captain, having taken over from Bill Woodfull. The dramatic turnaround from 0-2 to 3-2 remains unique in Test cricket - no other team has successfully won a five-match series after losing the first two Tests.
Key Performers
Australia
- Don Bradman (Captain & Batsman) – Led from the front, scoring crucial runs throughout the series.
- Bill O’Reilly (Leg-Spin Bowler) – Spearheaded the bowling attack, taking vital wickets in the comeback.
- Clarrie Grimmett (Leg-Spin Bowler) – Partnered O’Reilly to dominate England’s batting.
- Stan McCabe (Batsman) – Provided pivotal innings, including in the third Test at Melbourne.
- Lindsay Hassett (Batsman) – Important middle-order contributions in the latter Tests.
England
- Wally Hammond (Batsman & Captain in parts) – Scored heavily in the first two Tests.
- Stan Worthington (All-Rounder) – Useful contributions with both bat and ball.
- Maurice Leyland (Batsman) – Provided stability in England’s top order.
- Hedley Verity (Bowler) – Took key wickets early in the series.
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