I believed I nicked it - Alex Carey on overturned decision.

Australian gloveman Alex Carey stated he thought he had nicked the ball when he was overturned on review during day one of the third Ashes series Test versus the English.

Having been given a life on 72, Carey crafted a excellent 106 to aid the Australians reach 326-8 at the close in the Adelaide Oval.

What happened?

The home side were 245-6 when Carey attempted a cut to the bowling of Josh Tongue.

England appealed confidently, believing they had detected an edge, but umpire Ahsan Raza was unmoved.

Following skipper Ben Stokes referred the on-field call, the technology reviewed by third umpire Chris Gaffaney showed a significant spike however this registered before the ball had passed the bat.

Gaffaney further stated he believed there was a gap between the bat and the ball.

As a result, Carey was given not out.

"There was a sound, I thought I'd nicked it," stated 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."

Ongoing Scrutiny

There has been debate about 'Snicko'' throughout the Ashes contest after a several unclear calls.

Bowling coach David Saker indicated the touring side may escalate this latest incident further with match referee Jeff Crowe.

"So far we've let it go, but this might push us to take action," Saker remarked.

"There have been concerns about it for the whole series. It's disappointing that this is a post-play discussion. That's the situation."

Personal Milestone

Carey's century was his first in Ashes cricket.

It was also an heartfelt moment for Carey, whose dad died in recent months. Carey's wife was emotional in the crowd as the batter celebrated by pointing to the heavens.

"To make a hundred here in front of home fans and family was special," said Carey.

"I guess you know as well why I was looking to the heavens. It's hard not to get emotional. It was truly wonderful."

History of Controversy

Carey has been at the centre of Ashes debate before.

He was the keeper who notoriously stumped Jonny Bairstow at Lord's Cricket Ground in the 2023 Ashes series, resulting in a intense final day.

Regarding the overturned decision he continued: "The sound wave didn't match up. It is just the way cricket goes - sometimes you have a bit of luck."

"I might have gotten away with one."