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After how many Tests between Australia and England, did the 'Ashes' legend start in 1882?

  1. 8

  2. 6

  3. 7

  4. 9
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Explanation

The Ashes legend began in 1882 after Australia's first-ever Test victory on English soil at The Oval. This was the 9th Test match played between Australia and England. A mock obituary in The Sporting Times declared that 'the body of English cricket was cremated and the ashes taken to Australia,' giving the rivalry its famous name.

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