Ahead of the highly anticipated pink-ball Test match in Adelaide, Australian wicketkeeper-batter Alex Carey has addressed the infamous ’36 all out’ incident from the 2020 Test match at the same venue. Speaking at a press conference, Carey reassured that Australia does not anticipate a repeat of that disastrous collapse and is confident in their ability to bounce back from their recent 295-run defeat in Perth1.
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The Adelaide Test, set to begin on December 6, will be a crucial match for Australia as they aim to level the series against India. Carey emphasized the team’s focus on executing their plans and maintaining a cohesive approach1. “There are obviously amazing days in cricketing history. But no, we do not go out there expecting to do that again. We have a process and a plan and try to execute1. And whatever happens, happens.”
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Carey also highlighted the team’s confidence in their record with pink-ball cricket, noting that Australia has won 11 out of their 12 pink-ball Tests, including all seven played at the Adelaide Oval. “We take a lot of confidence from our record with pink ball cricket2. It doesn’t mean we will have the success, but I think our methods, our style of play, and the experience we have in this group will bounce back from Perth.”
Despite the heavy defeat in Perth, Carey stressed that the team remains united and motivated to improve. “Look, I think if you ask the batters, we all want to perform better1. And, you know, cricketers, you go out there to score 100. And if you don’t do that, I think you are at times disappointed1. But we’re a very united group. We all get the opportunity to bat, and we’re all keen to continue to put those big runs on the board1.”
Australia’s game plan against India’s formidable pace attack, particularly Jasprit Bumrah, will be crucial in the upcoming Test. Carey acknowledged Bumrah’s exceptional skills but expressed confidence in Australia’s world-class batters to find solutions4. “He is obviously a fantastic bowler; he has been for a number of years. Our batters are world-class as well and always find ways to come up with solutions3.”
As the teams gear up for the second Test, the cricketing world eagerly awaits another thrilling contest under the lights at the Adelaide Oval. With both teams aiming to assert their dominance, the match promises to be an exciting battle of skills and strategies.
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