Chivalry only goes so far as Carey admits he should have been out

They may be the Big Bash League's new nice guys but it seems Adelaide Strikers' chivalry only goes so far.

The Strikers' showed great sportmanship to withdraw an appeal against James Pattinson and let the Brisbane Heat quick bat on after a third umpire howler in Adelaide's five-wicket win on Wednesday night.

Alex Carey hits a six in the Strikers’ win over Brisbane Heat.Credit:AAP

"I probably haven't seen anything like that before. But we were comfortable with calling him back – it was the right thing to do," Carey said.

Pattinson had no hard feelings after hearing that Carey admitted to feathering a touch to Heat keeper James Peirson off Swepson (1-27).

"He [the third umpire] might have been the only person who thought it was out but common sense prevailed," Pattinson said of the run-out decision.

"It [Carey's caught-behind call] wasn't as blatant. But when it's for all to see on the big screen, it's a different matter.

"It might have been a different story if we were chasing six to win off the last over but full credit to the Strikers [for pulling the appeal] – it was a great gesture."

Pattinson was quickly dismissed later for four as the Heat were bowled out for 146 but the fast bowler still made an impressive Brisbane debut, taking 2-23 in the Strikers' run chase.

Swepson eventually got his man when he bowled Australian one-day deputy Carey, finally ending a knock that featured five fours and four sixes.

Jon Wells (24 not out) ensured the Strikers reeled in the victory target with five balls to spare.

AAP

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