In July 1981, England was in crisis, with riots and discontent in the streets and a 1-0 deficit against Australia in the Ashes series. Ian Botham, a legendary all-rounder, had just resigned as English captain.
From the Ashes
Against the backdrop of social turmoil and rioting on English streets in the summer of 1981, the England cricket team prepared to face their Australian opponents in a high-stakes series, trailing 1-0 after two grueling tests.
