England and Australia compete for what when they play Test cricket against each other?

Answer Explanation

England and Australia compete for The Ashes, the oldest and most storied rivalry in Test cricket. The series began in 1882 when a mock obituary lamented English cricket's death and said "the ashes" would be taken to Australia.

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