How England defied the odds to win back the Ashes

England regained the Ashes from Australia at the Oval on Sunday even though the Australians possessed the three highest wicket-takers and six of the top seven run-scorers.

Australia also scored more centuries (8-2) and held more catches (58-37) but still lost the series 2-1.

In Image: Andrew Strauss lifts the Ashes urn as team mates celebrate victory during day four of the npower 5th Ashes Test Match between England and Australia at The Brit Oval on August 23, 2009 in London, England.

Text: Reuters

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