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Ashes, 5th Test: The Oval stadium stats

By Atrayo Bhattacharya

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England, Australia gear up for 5th Test

England and Australia gear up for the fifth Ashes Test at Kennington Oval, starting July 27. Australia aim to secure their first Ashes series win in England since 2001, while England seek redemption.

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How does the pitch behave?

At Kennington Oval, batters thrive in the initial days, pacers get extra bounce, and spinners contribute later. The average first innings score at this venue is 344.

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Here are the stadium stats

903/7d is the highest total at this ground registered by England against Australia in 1938. Australia's 44/10 is the lowest total, scored against England in 1896.

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England dominate Australia at The Oval

In 38 Test matches at this venue, England have beaten Australia 17 times. While Australia have won only seven times, 14 Test matches ended in draws.

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England's run at The Oval

England has played 104 Tests at Kennington Oval, winning 44, losing 23, and drawing 37. Their last match at the venue resulted in a nine-wicket victory against South Africa in 2022.

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A look at the key performers

At Kennington Oval, James Anderson and Stuart Broad have taken 49 and 41 wickets, respectively. Joe Root owns 672 runs, while Steven Smith averages 91.

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