England seeks elusive Oval victory to salvage Ashes series
- England started strong but made mistakes and lost control of a match in the series.
- The Oval is hosting the final match, and England has a chance to avoid losing a home Ashes series for the first time in 22 years.
- England's focus is on energizing Test cricket rather than just winning.
- Each intense Ashes Test has its own importance, and England's feelgood factor depends on the final match outcome.
- Australia took early wickets but Harry Brook led an England fightback on day one.