I believed I nicked it - Alex Carey on DRS survival.
Australian gloveman Alex Carey revealed he thought he had edged the ball when he was overturned on review on day one of the 3rd Ashes Test against the English.
Having been given a life on 72, Carey went on to make a superb 106 to guide the Australians reach 326-8 at the stumps in the Adelaide Oval.
The Incident
The home side were 245 for 6 when Carey went for a cut shot to the bowling of Josh Tongue.
The England team lodged a strong appeal, believing they had heard an edge, but umpire Ahsan Raza remained unconvinced.
Following captain Ben Stokes opted to review the on-field call, the technology reviewed by third umpire Chris Gaffaney indicated a significant spike however this came prior to the ball had made contact with the bat.
Gaffaney further stated he was of the opinion there was a space between the bat and the ball.
Therefore, Carey was given not out.
"I felt a little noise as the ball went past," commented Carey.
"Had I been given out, I likely would have reviewed, but without much conviction. It was a nice sound as it passed the bat."
Technology Debate
Discussion has swirled about 'the Snickometer' during the Ashes contest after a series of unclear incidents.
England's bowling coach David Saker hinted England may escalate this most recent incident to a higher level with match referee Jeff Crowe.
"We haven't acted yet, but following today's events, that could change," Saker remarked.
"There have been concerns about it for the whole series. We shouldn't be talking about this after a day's play, it should just be better than that. That's where we are."
Personal Milestone
The ton was his first in Ashes cricket.
It was also an poignant moment for Carey, whose father passed away in September. Carey's wife was emotional in the crowd as the batter marked the occasion by pointing to the heavens.
"To make a hundred here in front of home fans and family was special," said Carey.
"The reason for my look upwards is clear. I'm fighting back the tears. But, no, it was great."
Not New to Furore
Carey has been at the centre of Ashes debate before.
He was the keeper who famously dismissed Jonny Bairstow at Lord's Cricket Ground in the 2023 series, leading to a heated final day.
Regarding the overturned decision he continued: "Snicko obviously didn't line up. That's how the game works; fortune plays a part."
"Maybe it went my way."