I thought I edged it - Carey on DRS survival.

Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey revealed he thought he had edged the ball when he was overturned on Decision Review System on day one of the 3rd Ashes Test against the English.

Having been given a life on 72, Carey crafted a superb 106 to aid the home side post 326-8 at the stumps in the Adelaide Oval.

What happened?

The home side were 245-6 when Carey went for a cut to seamer Josh Tongue.

England were convinced they had a wicket, certain they had detected an edge, but on-field official Ahsan Raza gave it not out.

Following captain Ben Stokes opted to review the on-field call, the replay reviewed by third umpire Chris Gaffaney indicated a spike although this registered before the ball had reached the bat.

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

As a result, Carey was given not out.

"I thought there was a feather or some sort of noise when it passed the bat," commented Carey.

"If I was given out I think I would have reviewed it, probably not confidently. It made a convincing sound near the bat."

Controversial 'Snicko'

Questions have been raised about 'the Snickometer' throughout the Ashes contest after a number of inconclusive moments.

England's bowling coach David Saker hinted England may take this latest incident to a higher level with match referee Jeff Crowe.

"We haven't acted yet, but following today's events, that could change," Saker said.

"It's been a worry for us all series long. We shouldn't be talking about this after a day's play, it should just be better than that. It is what it is."

Personal Milestone

The ton was his maiden in Test cricket against England.

It was also an poignant moment for Carey, whose dad died in September. Carey's wife was emotional in the crowd as the batter celebrated by looking to the skies.

"Scoring a century at home with family watching was incredible," stated Carey.

"The reason for my look upwards is clear. I'm trying not to tear up. But, no, it was great."

Previous Ashes Drama

Carey has been at the centre of Ashes debate before.

He was the keeper who notoriously dismissed Jonny Bairstow at Lord's Cricket Ground in the 2023 Ashes series, which created a heated final day.

Speaking about his survival he continued: "Snicko obviously didn't line up. It is just the way cricket goes - sometimes you have a bit of luck."

"I might have gotten away with one."