This was the target set for England in the test match in 1882 which they fell short by 7 runs which led to the legendary Ashes series

In the famous 1882 Oval Test that birthed the Ashes legend, England needed 85 runs to win but was bowled out for 78, losing by 7 runs. The Sporting Times' mock obituary stating that English cricket had died and 'the body will be cremated and the ashes taken to Australia' created the enduring Ashes rivalry. Australia had set England a target of 85 runs.