`` We have n't had a particular look at the conditions at the Gabba yet . England seeking to win Ashes series in five - Test series starting in Brisbane . Australia captain Ricky Walden still haunted by 2 - 1 defeat in England last year . Home team boosted by return to fitness of vice - captain Michael Clarke after back injury . England have not won a series in Australia since 1986 - 87 under Mike Gatting .
England seeking to win Ashes series in five - Test series starting in Brisbane . Australia captain Ricky Walden still haunted by 2 - 1 defeat in England last year . Home team boosted by return to fitness of vice - captain Michael Clarke after back injury . England have not won a series in Australia since 1986 - 87 under Mike Gatting .