Alex Carey insists Australia will not take significant Ashes lead for granted

In 2023 England fought back from 2-0 down to draw the series at home and, even though Australia still retained the urn, Carey feels the tourists are a dangerous outfit.

The Aussies currently the five-match series 2-0 after victories in Perth and Brisbane, with the third Test set to start in Adelaide on 17 December.

"We know England are a very good team. We also understand we were in a position like this a couple of years ago in England," Carey said.

"We weren't able to win that series, but we were good enough to retain the Ashes. We're really excited for the opportunity we've got, but we understand we've got to keep playing good cricket.

"We are not looking too far ahead either. I think this playing group has been able to adapt really well, stay really present and again find ways to improve.

"We all know the threats that England pose, but for us to focus on our best stuff is a pretty good way to go about it. We're definitely not taking the foot off the gas at all."

Captain Pat Cummins has been named in Australia's 15-man squad for the the encounter in Adelaide, having missed the opening two matches with a back injury.

Nathan Lyon will come into contention to play after the home side went with all-pace attack in Perth and Brisbane.

"He looks like he's moving really well," Carey said of Cummins. "You've probably seen that in the nets.

"It's probably just about the body of work he's put together and being Test-fit. He's been around the group the whole time, with lots of energy, so if he is available, no doubt the selectors will put him in."

On Lyon, Carey added: "You want guys being disappointed, not being selected. You want that hunger and we are really lucky to have a squad of 15 who are all ready to go. No doubt, Nathan probably has a big role to play in this Test match."

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