England defeat Australia in Ashes

England has won an Ashes Test at the home of cricket for the first time since 1934, defeating a resilient Australia by 115 runs in the second Test yesterday to take a 1-0 lead in the five-match series.

Australia, chasing 522 to win at Lord's, were bowled out for 406 on the final day with all-rounder Andrew Flintoff taking five wickets for 92 runs while off-spinner Graeme Swann took four for 87.

While some questionable umpiring decisions went in England's favour, fast-bowling Flintoff stepped up to the plate, removing Brad Haddin (80) with his fourth ball yesterday.

Haddin and Michael Clarke (136) looked fit for the task to take Australia to a record-breaking win but soon after Haddin's removal the wickets continued to fall and Mitchell Johnson (63) was bowled to wrap up the match just before lunch.