England rose to victory over bitter rivals India.
After four, long, gruelling Tests in Southampton, it was England who were victorious in the recent Test match against India.
The past year has not been the best for England, after a dip in form and a dismal Ashes series against Australia, things have not been looking too bright for Joe Root and his team.
However, the real test came when India came to town, looking to extend England's dodgy form.
England take a 3-1 lead into Friday's fifth Test at The Oval, which can not be overturned after an astounding victory at the Ageas Bowl, with duo Moeen Ali and Sam Curran making vital contributions on their return to the field.
And former England cricketer Nasser Hussain was quick to comment on the match, praising England heavily, and in particular the middle men.
Hussain pointed to performances from Ben Stokes, Jos Buttler, Chris Woakes and Jonny Bairstow as being crucial to the outcome of the series.
Speaking to Sky, the former England captain said: "I think this series was decided in the middle order.
"That middle order compared to the Indian middle order once you get past Kohli, was like chalk and cheese.
"Bairstow, when he plays in the middle order, is a very fine player as well. That is England's strength and is why they've not lost a series at home since 2014."
"I don't like to get too down when you lose or too high when you win," he added.
"We've been through this cycle, we win at home, we're brilliant at home, but if we were setting off for that Ashes series in Australia again now, would I have Moeen Ali as my frontline spinner? No.
"Would I have Chris Woakes as my main bowling all-rounder? No. Would I need some extra pace? Would I need a left-armer? There are still some questions to answer, but in these conditions, in this country, this is a very, very difficult side to beat."
"What a phenomenal cricketer he is. Yes, he's got work to do away from home, but in this country, he is a very talented man."
This praise will likely give England another huge boost as they go out for Test five knowing they have already got the win in the bag.
The England camp will be hoping they can kick on and continue to rack up some wins and get some consistency flowing in the team.