Cricket - The Ashes Bets
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The Ashes Betting
The Ashes is an iconic sporting event in international cricket and arguably the greatest rivalry in world sport, which presents a thrilling opportunity for those interested in cricket betting. This Test match series between England and Australia, where both teams compete for the coveted Ashes urn, has captured the imagination of fans for over a century.
History of The Ashes
Dating back to 1882, the Ashes series originated when Australia faced England in a Test match at The Oval. Since then, the two teams have clashed over 70 times, making it a highly anticipated event on the cricket calendar. Held every two years, the series consists of five Tests played over five weeks, typically alternating between Australia and England.
Ashes Test Matches
Test matches can be gruelling affairs. Both teams have two innings across five days, where all 11 players can bat. If a team thinks they have enough runs on the board, they can declare, which ends their innings early. A team does this to ensure they have enough time to bowl the other team out twice, otherwise the Test match could end in a draw. Timing is crucial and the flow of a match impacts how aggressive a team is when looking to score runs.
The Ashes are a particularly aggressive form of Test cricket, so there will be lots of occasions when one team is looking to cling on and save their wickets for a draw, with run scoring becoming an unnecessary risk.
Recent Winners of the Ashes
In recent years, the Ashes series has seen fierce competition between England and Australia. In 2015, England emerged victorious with outstanding performances from Alastair Cook, Stuart Broad, and James Anderson. However, Australia bounced back in the 2017-18 series, reclaiming the urn with a 4-0 victory, led by Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Josh Hazlewood, and Pat Cummins. The most recent Ashes series in 2019 ended in a 2-2 draw, allowing Australia to retain the urn. Memorable performances by Ben Stokes and Steve Smith marked the series.
Test Match Odds for the Ashes
The Ashes series is a popular betting market worldwide, with the best odds here at Unibet. Assessing recent performances of England and Australia can help punters make informed decisions, while Test match batting rankings are a great indicator of form and class.
Live Ashes betting
Unibet hosts thousands of Ashes live odds during the series. This is where you can make timely bets at the perfect moment to maximise your odds and chances of winning. The best way to access live cricket odds is to download the Unibet Sports app today and follow all the action on your mobile or tablet – this way you can keep abreast with the live scores and latest stats. With live cricket betting markets, you can even cash out on bets during the action. Experience the excitement of Ashes betting with Unibet's extensive odds and markets.