5. Botham’s Ashes
In 1981 Ian Botham became a national sporting hero.From the depths of despair after being sacked as England captain, he fought back to lead a remarkable resurgence. All while playing some of the most ...
15 Juni 202339min
4. Bodyline II: The Rivalry Turns Nasty (Again)
The Australian batsman Vic Richardson played in the first Bodyline series and was terrorised by the English bowlers. His grandson was the gimlet-eyed Australian captain Ian Chappell. Having heard so m...
15 Juni 202332min
3. Bodyline
The 1932/3 Ashes in Australia was one of the most volatile contests in sporting history.This was down to the phenomenon that was Donald Bradman and England’s desperate attempts to stop him scoring mas...
15 Juni 202334min
2. Megastars
Four players have dominated Ashes series more than any others: Donald Bradman, Ian Botham, Shane Warne and Freddie Flintoff. In this episode, their immense impact, most dramatic moments and behind the...
15 Juni 202335min
1. The Greatest Series Ever Played
The 2005 Ashes is widely thought to be the greatest Test series in the history of the competition. It enthralled two nations and catapulted Andrew ‘Freddie’ Flintoff to icon status.A titanic battle be...
15 Juni 202345min
Legends of the Ashes - Trailer
It’s more than just a sporting contest. It’s the pride of two nations, where victory couldn’t be sweeter, but defeat is the bitterest taste of all. It’s a rivalry that transcends sport and creates tru...
9 Juni 20232min
