Hosted by Australia

1903–04
The Ashes⁠

England: Won 3–2

How England performed

England bounced back from the 2–1 defeat of 1902 by winning in Australia in 1903–04, taking the series 3–2. In the 1st Test in Sydney they made 577 in their first innings and, after Australia's second-innings 485, reached 194 for five to win by five wickets. Melbourne brought a second win, by 185 runs, with Australia bowled out for 122 and 111.

Australia responded in Adelaide, winning by 216 runs, but England restored their advantage in Sydney, dismissing Australia for 131 and 171 in a 157-run victory that settled the series. The final Test in Melbourne went Australia's way by 218 runs after England were bowled out for 61 and 101.

Head coach
None (the first was appointed in 1986)
Captain
Plum Warner
Record
P5 W3 D0 L2

England fixtures

England: 1903–04 Ashes

5 matches

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