The Ashes: It’s Final, Alex Carey will make his test debut in the Ashes Opening Test – Australia have officially added Alex Carey to their 15-man Ashes 2021-22 squad following the withdrawal of Tim Paine, who cited a mental health break. Carey was promoted to the Ashes team from the “A” side and will wear the gloves for the opening Test at the Gabba, starting on December 8. The 30-year-old, has featured for the national team in limited-overs cricket and has even captained the side on occasion, but will be making his debut in the longest format of the game against England. Follow Insidesport.in for all Ashes 2021-22 LIVE Updates.
The Ashes: It’s Final, Alex Carey will make his test debut in the Ashes Opening Test
Alex Carey said that it was a dream come true for the wicket-keeper after it was confirmed that he would be donning the baggy green in the first Ashes Test at the Gabba starting on December 8. Carey was locked in battle with Josh Inglis, but a timely century in the final game before selection sealed the deal and the left-hander was called up to the squad.
Speaking to the media in Brisbane, Carey recollected the moment when former Australian captain and chair of selectors George Bailey shook his hand and told him the good news earlier this week. Carey said, “I can’t even remember, I was pretty speechless and smiling from ear to ear. “
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When asked how his family took the call-up, he said, “Tears. I’ve got an incredibly close family so mum and dad, to hear that news were in tears straight away. I’ve got a really supportive wife, Eloise, who again was in tears. I’m really fortunate with the support I’ve got around me with my little close family and friends. I’m really excited. It is Test cricket and it’s a dream come true…”
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The Ashes: It’s Final, Alex Carey will make his test debut in the Ashes Opening Test
Alex Carey is the first Australian wicketkeeper to make their Test debut at home since Adam Gilchrist in 1999. He replaces Tim Paine, who withdrew from the squad citing a mental health break following the public release of his sexting scandal. He has represented Australia in 45 one-day internationals and 38 T20 matches. “Alex has been a regular member of the national side in white-ball cricket, particularly in the one-day game,” selectors chairman George Bailey said in a statement on Thursday.
The Ashes: It’s Final, Alex Carey will make his test debut in the Ashes Opening Test
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