After the first match was drawn, Australia had their traditional victory at Lord's, by 5 wickets on a lively pitch.
England won by 8 wickets at Headingley, Australia collapsing in their second innings from 99–2 to 120 all out, thanks to Trueman's devastating spell of off-cutters.
On the final morning, David Allen took 3 wickets quickly, reducing Australia to 334–9, and the game seemed won.
Dexter, well supported by Subba Row, scored 76 in 84 minutes and took England to 150–1, and strong favourites to win.
This is the most recent occasion on which a batsman has reached the 3000 mark and, with the subsequent reduction in the first-class programme, it is unlikely that the feat will ever be done again.