Australia's Alex Carey celebrates his century during play on day one of the third Ashes cricket test between England and Australia at the Adelaide Oval in Adelaide, Australia, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025. (AP Photo/James Elsby)
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News1817-12-2025, 14:47

Alex Carey's Ashes Heroics: Ton Dedicated to Late Father in Adelaide

  • Australian batter Alex Carey scored a century (106 runs) in the third Ashes Test against England in Adelaide.
  • Carey dedicated his emotional ton to his late father, Gordon Carey, who passed away in September, pointing to the sky.
  • His century rescued Australia after a challenging start to their innings, playing in front of his home crowd.
  • Usman Khawaja, replacing Steve Smith (out with vertigo), also contributed, steadying the innings alongside Carey.
  • Australia currently holds a 2-0 lead in the five-match Ashes series and aims to secure the series win in Adelaide.

Why It Matters: Alex Carey's emotional Ashes century, dedicated to his late father, rescued Australia in Adelaide.

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