Rupertswood. Birthplace Of The Ashes. Sunbury, Australia - December 10: Rupertswood Mansion, Sunbury, About 30Km Ne Of Melbourne. Rupertswood Is The Birthplace Of The Ashes Cricket Test Between Australia And Uk Every Few Years. An Unofficial First Test Took Place In 1862 At Rupertswood Mansion Where The Tradition Of Playiing For A Non-Descript Wooden Cup Containing A Burnt Bail Was Established.

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