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.

Top Performers:

• Player of the Series (England):
• Andrew Strauss – 474 runs, including two centuries
• Player of the Series (Australia):
• Michael Clarke – 445 runs, most consistent Aussie batsman
• Top Run-Scorers:
• Andrew Strauss (Eng): 474
• Michael Clarke (Aus): 445
• Marcus North (Aus): 367
• Top Wicket-Takers:
• Ben Hilfenhaus (Aus): 22 wickets
• Stuart Broad (Eng): 18 wickets
• Graeme Swann (Eng): 14 wickets

Legacy:

• Flintoff’s final Test series – he retired from Tests after the Oval win.
• Jonathan Trott’s debut century set the tone for a strong England future.
• England’s tactical use of swing and patience paid off, while Australia’s bowling lacked the same firepower.
• It was England’s second Ashes series win in four years, re-establishing them as a serious force at home.

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