Australian goalkeeper Alex Carey has issued a strong statement ahead of the 2024-25 Border Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series against India. Alex Carey is excited for the five-match Test series against India after scoring a century for South Australia in a Sheffield Shield match against New South Wales.
Alex Carey scored 90 runs off 85 balls, including 10 fours and four sixes, in the first innings of the match. The left-handed batsman had a much better performance in the second innings with 111 runs off 158 balls. It was his best start to a Sheffield Shield season since making his Test debut for Australia in 2021.
The wicketkeeper-batsman and Nathan McSweeney scored centuries to rescue the Redbacks in the match. They were reduced to 4-23 after an impressive bowling by veteran spinner Nathan Lyon. Carey scored his seventh first-class century to help his team finish in a draw as they chased 389 for victory.
There are some positive signs there – Alex Carey
Alex Carey said he was feeling good with the bat after scoring a century in the red-ball match. Carey said he was happy to carry that form into his home games. He is looking forward to the upcoming series against India and describes them as one of the best teams in the world.
“I felt good with the bat, I felt good in England, so it’s good to bring some of that form home. I’m very excited (for India). They’re right up there with the best team in the world right now. In every aspect.” conditions. It will be a great opportunity for us,” he added.
Just a little out of reach – Alex Carey
Alex Carey said the target of 389 runs was a little out of reach. He noted that if they had pressed too aggressively at the beginning, it could have given the opposing team opportunities. Carey said things could have gone against him then.
“Probably a little out of reach. I guess if you pushed yourself a little bit earlier, opened the door for a test turn and a good attack, then things could have gone against us,” Carey said.
Australia to face Team India in five-match Test series
Carey came to the crease when South Australia were struggling at 23 for 4. He added a 182-run partnership with captain Nathan McSweeney, who scored 127 runs off 283 balls. Carey celebrated his half-century by sweeping Nathan Lyon for a four. He finished with an unbeaten 111 runs off 158 balls.
Australian cricketers were available for the domestic red-ball match to prepare well for the upcoming series against India. The last time they played a Test match against New Zealand away from home was in March 2024. The Indian cricket team, on the other hand, is busy with the Test series at home.
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