England were left frustrated on the opening day of the third Ashes Test after a technology error allowed Australia’s Alex Carey to survive a caught-behind appeal and go on to score a crucial century at Adelaide Oval.
Carey, batting on 72, appeared to nick a Josh Tongue delivery, and later admitted he felt a slight edge, but the on-field decision stood after the Decision Review System failed to provide conclusive evidence.
Snicko, operated by BBG Sports, detected a sound that did not align with the ball’s contact point, with the company later accepting responsibility and conceding the wrong stump microphone was likely selected.
Carey capitalised on the reprieve to score 106, helping Australia reach 326 for eight at stumps. England bowling coach David Saker criticised the reliability of the technology, saying it had repeatedly let his side down during the series and hinting the issue would be raised with officials.
