India vs Australia 2019: I Don't Think Much About Selection - Alex Carey

Australia’s wicketkeeper-batsman Alex Carey said he doesn’t think much about his selection. In fact, Carey wants to focus his energy on the process rather than the results. Carey wants to impress while playing in the national colors. The southpaw batsman had also done a good job while representing Adelaide Strikers in the recently concluded Big Bash League.

The left-handed batsman who is only nine One Day Internationals and 19 T20I matches old is looking to grab his chance. Carey has thus far scored 246 runs in the nine One Dayers.

“It’s an interesting one. You just have to be very flexible with what’s coming up,” Carey told AAP.

“I played two red-ball games for South Australia this season and really enjoyed it. Now I’ve got white-ball cricket in India to focus on.

Meanwhile, Alex Carey wants to bring his best to the table in the upcoming limited overs series against India. In fact, Carey is aware that he faces tough competition from Matthew Wade. Wade has been in fine form in the Sheffield Shield and also scored a truckload of runs while leading Hobart Hurricanes in the Big Bash League.

“I don’t like to think too much about selection … but he (Wade) is obviously playing really well – he’s played cricket for Australia before.

“There’s some really good competition around Australia for all spots and that’s only strengthening our chances for the World Cup and Ashes.”

Meanwhile, Alex Carey has also worked with assistant coach Brad Haddin who has the experience of keeping on the Indian wickets. In fact, Carey had last toured India with Australia A side. Keeping in India will be a different ball game altogether for Alex Carey as the ball doesn’t bounce a lot on Indian pitches as compared to the Australian tracks.

“We normally see lots of big runs made on their white-ball wickets. You might not touch it for 10 overs then the edge comes,” Carey said.

“So it’s about staying disciplined in my movements, watching the ball and being ready.”

On the other hand, Alex Carey also keeps the advice of former Australian legendary wicketkeeper Adam Gilchrist. The former gloveman has adviced Carey to explore the touring country. Carey shared his excitement to play in front of the jam-packed crowd.

“He talks about embracing the places you go; getting out and enjoying them – not just hiding away in your hotel room,” Carey said.

“I’m really excited and want to take as much in as I can. We had 50,000-odd fans at the MCG last month, plenty supporting India, so playing in front of full stadiums here is going to be incredible.”

The first T20I will take place at Vizag on 24th February.