David Warner announces ODI retirement after Australia 2023 World Cup win

David Warner: On New Year Day, two-time Cricket World Cup winning left-handed opening batsman David Warner announced his retirement. His career ODI strike rate of 97.26 and 6932 runs at 45.30 gives him an incredible legacy. Warner said he is retiring but would still like to return for the Champions Trophy in 2025. He also expressed his desire to give back to his family. Warner, who made his T20I debut in 2009, will play his farewell Test match against Pakistan at the SCG on January 3.

Two-time Cricket World Cup winner David Warner announces retirement from ODI

Two-time Cricket World Cup winner David Warner emotionally announced his retirement from One Day International cricket on New Year Day. With an excellent history in the middle format, the left-handed opening batsman, who is known for his powerful and dynamic approach, has scored 6932 runs at an average of 45.30 and a staggering strike rate of 97.26.

Warner retirement comes after Australia successful 2023 World Cup campaign in India, where the 37-year-old was the team’s top run scorer and played a key role. After giving some thought to his decision, Warner revealed that he had considered retiring before the competition and had decided to announce his decision ahead of his last Test match at the SCG this week.

Warner expressed satisfaction with the selection and underlined the importance of the team visit to India. “It was absolutely amazing to win from where we were in India,” he said. After suffering two consecutive defeats, their friendship grew stronger and helped them succeed.

The veteran player left an indelible mark on Australian cricket as he bid farewell to ODIs, recognizing the importance of time and his delight with the chapter closing. Apart from signaling the end of an era for Warner, this news also creates new options for him in the cricket world. The veteran has expressed interest in playing for an international franchise and may also return for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan.

David Warner remarkable legacy, farewell to the sixth highest run-scorer in Australian ODI history

Being the sixth-highest run-scorer in Australian One Day International cricket history, David Warner has left behind an amazing legacy when he bid farewell to the game. With 22 centuries and an astonishing 6932 runs in 161 matches, Warner is second only to the great Ricky Ponting in terms of cricket legend status.

Warner, who is yet to win the competition, shows his enthusiasm for the game by expressing his openness to returning to Pakistan for the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy. Warner had a great career, but one of the few trophies still missing from his record is the Champions Trophy.

To demonstrate his dedication, the 37-year-old said, “If I am playing good cricket in two years time and they need someone, I will be available.” As Australia prepares itself to defend its ODI World Cup title in South Africa in 2027, Warner sees his retirement from the format as an opportunity to venture into uncharted territory, particularly in international franchise cricket .

Warner hopes to play in the Big Bash League (BBL) and is excited to participate in the ILT20, which is based in the United Arab Emirates. Warner is keen to continue playing in the BBL even after his contract with Sydney Thunder expires. He plans to combine his on-field skills with a commentary position at Fox Sports next summer.

Despite playing a key role in the Indian Premier League (IPL) since 2009, Warner has never featured in the Pakistan Super League or England The Hundred, leaving his target unfulfilled. Despite having previously played in the Bangladesh Premier League and Caribbean Premier League, the adaptable cricketer is eager to face new challenges off the field amid the COVID-19 pandemic.

Australia likely to win series 3-0 against Pakistan in David Warner farewell test

David Warner final Test match at his home stadium begins this Wednesday, giving Australia a chance to beat Pakistan 3-0 in the series. After the Sydney Test, 37-year-old Warner announced that he was retiring. Some people thought it was a selfish move.

Responding to criticism over his form, he silenced the critics by scoring a brilliant 164 during the opening Test match against Pakistan in Perth, ending any questions about his fitness for the SCG match.

Looking back, Warner said that Sydney was his dream finish, but he also revealed that Lord’s was originally scheduled, especially if his Ashes combination with Usman Khawaja did not work out.

Warner expressed his gratitude for the public support despite missing out on his maiden Test century in England. He acknowledged that emotions had run high since the Perth Test and also acknowledged the significant impact of support from the cricket community.