On This Day in 2005: England clinch nail-biting Birmingham Test
The second Ashes Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham, played between August 4 and August 7, 2005, is widely regarded as one of the greatest Test matches ever played. On this day in 2005, England held their nerve to register a thrilling two-run victory over Australia, ending a run of seven consecutive Ashes Test defeats and leveling the five-match series at 1-1. More importantly, the win reignited England’s belief that they could finally reclaim the Ashes after 18 long years.
