Botham's Ashes(2005)
The 1981 Cornhill Insurance Test Series
The 1981 Cornhill Insurance Test Series. The action at Headingley as Botham set the Ashes alight with one of the most memorable innings of modern times. When defeat seemed inevitable in the Third Test, Botham's determination at the crease rallied the crowd, giving England the enthusiam to turn the match around and go on to win the coveted Ashes.
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The 1981 Cornhill Insurance Test Series. The action at Headingley as Botham set the Ashes alight with one of the most memorable innings of modern times. When defeat seemed inevitable in the Third Test, Botham's determination at the crease rallied the crowd, giving England the enthusiam to turn the match around and go on to win the coveted Ashes.
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2005-07-11
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