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Alex Carey's Father Gordon Carey Dies Following Long Battle With Cancer; Australia Cricketer Mourns Personal Loss

Carey’s father was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) in 2021. After four years of battle, he finally succumbed to the disease.

Alex Carey's Father Gordon Carey Dies Following Long Battle With Cancer; Australia Cricketer Mourns Personal Loss

In an unfortunate development, Australian cricketer Alex Carey's father has passed away following a long battle with cancer. Carey’s father was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukaemia (CLL) and Acute Lymphoblastic Leukaemia (ALL) in 2021, missing his son’s Test debut at the Gabba in December of that year due to chemotherapy sessions. Carey shared a post on social media on September 25 with a picture of himself with his father and the caption, “Rest in Peace Dad, I love you.” Sri Lanka Cricketer Dunith Wellalage’s Father Suranga Wellalage Dies on Day of SL vs AFG Asia Cup 2025 Clash.

Alex Carey's Father Gordon Carey Dies Following Long Battle With Cancer

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