Australia vs England 3rd Ashes Test Day 1: Hometown hero Alex Carey's ton puts AUS in driver's seat – Action in Images

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

Alex Carey scored 106, his first century in an Ashes Test match, to push Australia to 326/8 at stumps – a solid first day out against brittle England.

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It was Alex Carey's day in the sun as the South Australia native reached a Test century for the first time at his home venue. Only a few months after his father's passing, it was an emotional moment for the wicketkeeper, and an important one for his team as he pushed them to 326/8 at stumps on Day 1.(AFP)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

It was Alex Carey's day in the sun as the South Australia native reached a Test century for the first time at his home venue. Only a few months after his father's passing, it was an emotional moment for the wicketkeeper, and an important one for his team as he pushed them to 326/8 at stumps on Day 1.(AFP)

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Pat Cummins marked his return to the Test team and to captaincy by winning the toss and opting to bat. 3 changes for Australia, including Usman Khawaja coming in for Steven Smith, kept out of the squad due to illness.(REUTERS)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

Pat Cummins marked his return to the Test team and to captaincy by winning the toss and opting to bat. 3 changes for Australia, including Usman Khawaja coming in for Steven Smith, kept out of the squad due to illness.(REUTERS)

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England picked two wickets early in the morning session, removing both Australian openers – Travis Head being dismissed by a stunning one-handed catch by Zak Crawley fielding close in.(AFP)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

England picked two wickets early in the morning session, removing both Australian openers – Travis Head being dismissed by a stunning one-handed catch by Zak Crawley fielding close in.(AFP)

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The day before his 39th birthday, Usman Khawaja got another chance in the Australian team, and made sure he made it count. Coming in at 37/2, Khawaja scored a fluent 82 on a good batting surface. He would be disappointed by his mode of dismissal, but played a very good knock.(AP)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

The day before his 39th birthday, Usman Khawaja got another chance in the Australian team, and made sure he made it count. Coming in at 37/2, Khawaja scored a fluent 82 on a good batting surface. He would be disappointed by his mode of dismissal, but played a very good knock.(AP)

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Jofra Archer led England's effort with the ball with 3 wickets on Day 1. This included two wickets in the first three balls following the lunch break, as he dismissed Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green to hand the visitors the advantage.(AFP)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

Jofra Archer led England's effort with the ball with 3 wickets on Day 1. This included two wickets in the first three balls following the lunch break, as he dismissed Marnus Labuschagne and Cameron Green to hand the visitors the advantage.(AFP)

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Carey scored at a quick rate rate through his innings, provided support by Josh Inglis and Mitchell Starc later on. He was dismissed late in the day on 106, but ensured Australia have a sizeable first innings score to defend on forthcoming days.(REUTERS)

Published on Dec 17, 2025 12:58 pm IST

Carey scored at a quick rate rate through his innings, provided support by Josh Inglis and Mitchell Starc later on. He was dismissed late in the day on 106, but ensured Australia have a sizeable first innings score to defend on forthcoming days.(REUTERS)

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