Alex Carey enjoying gloveless role for Australia in ODIs with Josh Inglis' rise
"I was out of the team for a little while post-World Cup and to be able to get back in and play some cricket in the white-ball format, it's been great. Happy to play whatever the role,' Carey added.Carey was Australia's first-choice wicketkeeper in ODIs for nearly five years, from 2018 until he was dropped after just one match during the 2023 World Cup in India. Since then, Josh Inglis has taken over the gloves.However, Carey's adaptability has remained evident as he recently made his T20I comeback after a four-year absence. Stepping in for an unwell Inglis during the T20I series against South Africa, Carey impressed with the bat, scoring 26 off 18 balls, including three boundaries.His performance showcased his readiness to contribute in any role, underscoring his value to the Australian team.Carey has shown his skill across formats. In Tests, he scored 2010 runs at an average of 34.65, with a highest score of 156. In ODIs, he managed 2149 runs at 35.81, with one century. His T20I record includes 259 runs at 11.77.As a keeper, Carey has also impressed with 159 catches in Tests, 91 in ODIs, and 19 in T20Is, highlighting his reliability behind the stumps.- EndsMust Watch
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