MELBOURNE :Australia wicketkeeper Alex Carey remembers a hostile reception from English crowds after stumping Jonny Bairstow at Lord's during the 2023 Ashes and hopes home fans can drown out the taunts of the Barmy Army in the coming series.

Carey sparked a 'Spirit of Cricket' row when he threw down the stumps as Bairstow left his crease at the end of an over on the final day of the second test at the game's spiritual home.

Australia's players were subjected to abuse from MCC members in the stadium's Long Room, while incensed England coach Brendon McCullum questioned the visitors' sportsmanship.

More than two years on from the incident, Carey said he was expecting some reminders from England's travelling fans during the five-test series which starts in Perth from November 21.

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