An athletic gloveman and a proven match-winner with the bat, Carey is one of the most well-rounded wicketkeepers in the country.

The left-hander, originally from Loxton, produced a breakout BBL|07 by setting a new Strikers record for the most runs in a single season, highlighted by a sensational century against Hobart at Adelaide Oval. He also hit another two half-centuries, including an unbeaten 83 against the Sixers at the SCG.

Carey was also sharp behind the stumps all summer. He topped the league for dismissals by a wicketkeeper with 14 catches, claiming several incredible diving efforts at full stretch.

His form was promptly rewarded by Australian selectors with deserved ODI and T20I debuts in the green and gold.

Carey's class also translated to red-ball cricket. He notched his maiden first-class century against Queensland as well as an impressive 98 - also against the Bulls - in a strong 2017-18 JLT Sheffield Shield campaign.

The popular 'keeper was named Australia's T20I vice-captain and signed a new deal with the Strikers to keep him in blue until at least the end of BBL|09.