My feeling was I got a touch - Carey on review reprieve.

Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey revealed he believed he had feathered the ball when he was overturned on DRS on day one of the third Ashes Test against England.

Following his reprieve on 72, Carey crafted a excellent 106 to aid the home side post 326-8 at the close in the Adelaide Oval.

What happened?

The home side were 245-6 when Carey went for a cut to the bowling of Josh Tongue.

England lodged a strong appeal, believing they had detected an nick, but umpire Ahsan Raza was unmoved.

Following captain Ben Stokes challenged the on-field call, the technology examined by third umpire Chris Gaffaney indicated a spike but this registered prior to the ball had passed the bat.

Gaffaney further stated he was of the opinion there was a space between bat and ball.

Consequently, Carey was reprieved.

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

"Had I been given out, I likely would have reviewed, but without much conviction. It was a nice sound as it passed the bat."

Controversial 'Snicko'

Questions have been raised about 'Snicko'' during the Ashes contest after a series of inconclusive calls.

England's bowling coach David Saker hinted England may take this latest incident further with match referee Jeff Crowe.

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

"We've had doubts about it throughout. The focus should be on cricket, not technology failures. It is what it is."

Personal Milestone

Carey's century was his first in Ashes cricket.

It was also an poignant moment for Carey, whose father died in recent months. His spouse was crying in the crowd as the batsman marked the occasion by pointing to the heavens.

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

"I guess you know as well why I was looking to the heavens. I'm trying not to tear up. It was a fantastic feeling."

History of Controversy

Carey has been at the centre of Ashes debate before.

He was the keeper who notoriously dismissed Jonny Bairstow at Lord's in the 2023 series, leading to a intense final day.

Speaking about his survival he continued: "The sound wave didn't match up. That's how the game works; fortune plays a part."

"Perhaps luck was on my side."