My feeling was I got a touch - Carey on DRS survival.

Australia gloveman Alex Carey admitted he felt he had edged the ball when he was given not out on DRS on day one of the third Ashes Test against England.

After surviving on 72, Carey crafted a excellent 106 to help the Australians reach 326-8 at the end of play in the Adelaide Oval.

What happened?

Australia were 245-6 when Carey attempted a cut shot to seamer Josh Tongue.

The England team lodged a strong appeal, thinking they had heard an nick, but umpire Ahsan Raza gave it not out.

Following skipper Ben Stokes referred the on-field call, the technology examined by third umpire Chris Gaffaney showed a significant spike however this came prior to the ball had made contact with the bat.

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

Consequently, Carey was reprieved.

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

"Being given out would have prompted a review, though not a confident one. It was a nice sound as it passed the bat."

Ongoing Scrutiny

Questions have been raised about 'Snicko'' during the series after a several unclear calls.

England's bowling coach David Saker suggested the touring side may escalate this latest incident further with the match official Jeff Crowe.

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

"We've had doubts about it throughout. It's disappointing that this is a post-play discussion. That's where we are."

A Special Hundred

Carey's century was his first in the Ashes.

It was also an poignant moment for Carey, whose dad died in recent months. His spouse was emotional in the crowd as the batter celebrated by pointing to the heavens.

"A hundred on home soil with loved ones present is unforgettable," said Carey.

"You can probably understand my glance skyward. I'm trying not to tear up. It was truly wonderful."

History of Controversy

Carey has been at the centre of Ashes debate before.

He was the wicketkeeper who notoriously stumped Jonny Bairstow at Lord's Cricket Ground in the 2023 series, which created a febrile final day.

On his reprieve he continued: "The sound wave didn't match up. That's cricket - you get the rub of the green sometimes."

"Maybe it went my way."