David Warner Retires
Australian cricketer (opening batsman) David Warner has declared that he will be retiring from international cricket after playing for 15 years. David Warner is retiring after the Australian team failed to reach their goal by losing at the semi-finals of the 2024 T20 world cup.
About David Warner
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David Andrew Warner, born on October 27, 1986, is a former international cricketer from Australia and previously served as the Test vice-captain. As a left-handed opening batsman, Warner made history as the first Australian in 132 years to be selected for the national team in any format without prior first-class cricket experience. Domestically, he represents New South Wales and Sydney Thunder. Warner was a key player in Australia’s triumphant campaigns, including the 2015 Cricket World Cup, the 2021 T20 World Cup—where he was named Player of the Tournament—the 2021–2023 ICC World Test Championship, and the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup.
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In January 2017, David Warner became the fourth cricketer to win the Allan Border Medal multiple times and the first to do so in consecutive years. On September 28, 2017, he achieved another milestone by playing his 100th One Day International (ODI). Warner is celebrated as one of the greatest batsmen in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL), thanks to his remarkable performances and consistent contributions to the league.
In March 2018, David Warner was implicated in a ball-tampering scandal during the third Test match against South Africa. As a result, he was charged with bringing the game into disrepute. After an investigation and subsequent board meeting, Cricket Australia enforced a one-year suspension on Warner from participating in both international and domestic cricket across Australia. Furthermore, he was permanently disqualified from assuming any leadership roles within the Australian cricket team.
In January 2024, David Warner played his final Test match for Australia and subsequently retired from One Day International (ODI) cricket. Following Australia’s elimination from the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, Warner announced on June 25, 2024, that he was retiring from all forms of international cricket.
In 2009, Warner established a new milestone in Australian domestic Twenty20 cricket by achieving the fastest half-century, achieving this feat in just 18 balls against Tasmania. When the Big Bash League underwent a revamp in its inaugural season, Warner assumed the captaincy of the Sydney Thunder and made an impactful debut with an unbeaten 102 off 51 balls. He later played for the Sydney Sixers during the 2012–13 season.
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Warner has proven to be one of the most prolific overseas batsmen in the Indian Premier League (IPL), amassing a remarkable total of over 6,000 runs. His consistency and stellar performances have earned him the prestigious Orange Cap award three times, recognizing him as the highest-scoring batter in a season.
In September 2023, Warner earned a spot in Australia’s squad for the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup held in India. Australia had a shaky start, losing their initial two matches, but rebounded strongly to win every subsequent match, culminating in victory in the final.
During the group stage clash against Pakistan, Warner’s standout performance saw him smash 163 runs off 124 balls, leading Australia to a 62-run win. Shortly after, he achieved another century against the Netherlands, surpassing Ricky Ponting’s record for the most centuries (6) by an Australian in World Cup history.
In the semi-final against South Africa, Warner joined an elite group, becoming only the third batsman, after Rohit Sharma and Sachin Tendulkar, to twice score over 500 runs in World Cup tournaments. Despite a modest contribution with the bat in the final, scoring 7 off 3 balls, Warner’s exceptional fielding and overall performance helped Australia secure their sixth World Cup title. He ended as Australia’s leading run-scorer with 535 runs, including two centuries and two half-centuries.
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The Australian cricket sensation David Warner announced his retirement to the world through a deep and emotional Instagram post. In his final international appearances, Warner amassed 178 runs in seven innings, with an average of 29.66 and a strike rate of 139.06.
Link to David Warner’s Instagram Post:
https://www.instagram.com/p/C9KkLx9p8D_/?igsh=OWRmMGNib3VzaHpn
David Warner has played more than hundred matches in all the three formats and scored 18,995 international runs and 49 centuries, which has placed him second only to Ricky Ponting among the Australian batsmen.
David Warner assured his fans that he will continue playing for franchise cricket and is open to play for the 2025 Champions Trophy.
Warner’s exit from international cricket signifies the conclusion of an era. His impact on Australian cricket and his dynamic, aggressive playing style will be cherished by fans and teammates alike.
