Archive · 17 Dec 2025
Australia Honors Bondi Beach Victims in Ashes Test
During the third Ashes Test match between England and Australia, both teams wore black armbands and observed a two-minute silence to honor the victims of the Bondi Beach shooting.
Alex Carey scored a century for Australia, dedicating it to his late father.
Usman Khawaja also played well, helping Australia reach 326/8 by the end of the first day.
Jofra Archer was the standout bowler for England, taking three wickets.
The match is important because Australia can win the Ashes series with a victory or a draw.
Both England and Australia teams wore black armbands and observed a two-minute silence to honor the victims of the Bondi Beach shooting.
Alex Carey scored a century (106 runs) for Australia, dedicating it to his late father, Gordon Carey.
Usman Khawaja scored 82 runs for Australia, helping the team reach 326/8 by the end of the first day.
Jofra Archer was the standout bowler for England, taking three wickets, including key dismissals of Jake Weatherald, Marnus Labuschagne, and Cameron Green.
Australia is leading the five-Test series 2-0 and can secure the Ashes with a win or a draw in this match.
- Who
- England and Australia cricket teams, Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja
- What
- Wore black armbands, observed a two-minute silence, played a cricket match
- When
- During the 3rd Ashes Test 2025/26 on December 17, 2025
- Where
- Adelaide Oval, Australia
- Why
- To honor the victims of the Bondi Beach public shooting and to compete in the Ashes series
- Event
- 3rd Ashes Test 2025/26
- Location
- Adelaide Oval, Australia
- Teams Involved
- England and Australia
- Reason for Armbands
- Tribute to Bondi Beach shooting victims
- Gesture
- Two-minute silence and black armbands
- Key Players
- Alex Carey, Usman Khawaja
- Australia's Score
- 326/8 at close of play
- England's Bowling Performance
- Jofra Archer: 3/29
Sources
EXPLAINED: Why England, Australia Players Are Wearing Black Armbands In 3rd Ashes Test
Ashes 3rd Test: Carey Slams Ton As Australia Seize Upper Hand on Day 1
'Coached Me All The Way Through And Sort Of Let Me Go...': Alex Carey Opens Up On Father's Influence After Hometown Ton
