How England's Test side has fared at The Oval: Stats
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After a bowling-friendly thriller at Lord's, England and New Zealand are set to clash in the 2nd Test at The Oval, London, starting July 17. England currently lead the three-match series 1-0 after winning the opener. The iconic Oval, also known as Kennington Oval, has played host to several riveting encounters. As per ESPNcricinfo, England have won 45 Tests on this ground.
Record
England have played 107 Tests at The Oval
Between 1880 and 2024, England have played 107 Tests at The Oval, as per ESPNcricinfo. The hosts have won 45 and lost 25 matches here, with 37 games ending in draws. Notably, England have won four of their nine Tests against New Zealand on this ground. The tally includes four draws. Playing 39 Tests against arch-rivals Australia here, England have won 18.
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Defeats in last two Tests
It is worth noting that England lost their last two Tests at The Oval. India claimed a famous six-run win last year, while Sri Lanka beat them by eight wickets in 2024.
Performers
A look at England's top performers
Leonard Hutton is the highest run-scorer at The Oval in Test cricket. He scored 1,521 runs at 89.47 here. His tally includes a triple-ton (364). Meanwhile, Joe Root has slammed 927 runs from 12 Tests at 44.14 (3 tons) on this ground. Ian Botham has taken the most Test wickets at The Oval (52). He owns 2 fifers.
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Second-highest total in Test history
Only two teams have crossed the 900-run mark in Test history. England were the first to do so in the 1938 Oval Test against Australia. They racked up 903/7d, the second-highest total in Test cricket, as per ESPNcricinfo.