On this day, 'The Ashes' series was born

London [UK], August 29 (ANI): On this day in 1882, England suffered their first loss to Australia at their own backyard by eight runs, which served as the birth of the prestigious "The Ashes" series that is contested between both the sides till this day.

In August 1882, Australia toured England for a Test match.

Batting first, Australia were bundled out for just 63 runs in their first innings and the English side made a d