England Win Fifth Test to Level Ashes Series

England Defeats Australia by 49 Runs at The Oval

England has won the fifth and final Ashes Test against Australia by 49 runs, leveling the series 2-2. The match, played at The Oval in London from July 27 to 31, saw both teams battling it out in a thrilling contest.

Match Highlights

England's Harry Brook scored a crucial 85 runs in the first innings, while Joe Root and Jonny Bairstow added vital contributions of 91 and 78 respectively. Australia's Mitchell Starc took four wickets in the first innings.

In the second innings, Australia's Steve Smith scored 71 runs, but it was not enough to prevent England from claiming victory. England's bowlers, led by Starc and Nathan Lyon, took regular wickets to keep Australia's chase in check.

In the end, England bowled out Australia for 334, securing a 49-run victory and leveling the series. The result means that the Ashes trophy will be shared between the two teams.