The Ashes, 4th Test Day 4: England win match to seal the series
August 13, 2013 01:05
England beat Australia by 74 runs in Durham to clinch the series 3-0 with one game to play. Chasing 299 to win, the Aussies folded up for 224 despite a 109-run opening stand.
England beat Australia by 74 runs in Durham to clinch the series 3-0 with one game to play. Chasing 299 to win, the Aussies folded up for 224 despite a 109-run opening stand. (AP and AFP Images)
Ryan Harris was Australia's leading bowler with 7 wickets.
Tim Bresnan provided a good rearguard action with 45 runs to his credit.
Graeme Swann's 30 boosted England to 331. It meant Australia needed 299 to win the game.
David Warner was in fine form with a brisk 71.
Chris Rogers' 49 gave Warner good support as they added 109 for the first wicket.
Stuart Broad led the England fightback with 6 for 50 as the Aussies collapsed to 224 to give England victory and a series win.