David Warner Retires from International Cricket

David Warner international cricket journey has come to an end following Australia’s exit from the T20 World Cup. Afghanistan’s thrilling win over Bangladesh in the Super 8s sealed their spot in the semi-finals at the expense of the Australians. This outcome denied the 37-year-old opening batsman Warner the opportunity to play two more matches in the tournament, including a potential farewell in a World Cup final.

In his final innings against India on Monday, David Warner scored six runs as Australia suffered a 24-run defeat in St Lucia. Earlier this year, Warner announced his retirement from one-day internationals, though he mentioned in May that he would consider playing in the 2025 Champions Trophy if selected by Australia. Since his T20 international debut in January 2009, Warner has amassed 3,277 runs in 110 innings at an average of 33.43.

His ODI career saw him score 6,932 runs in 159 innings at an average of 45.30, including 22 centuries. In Test matches, Warner accumulated 8,786 runs at an average of 44.59 with 26 centuries, with a highest score of 335 not out against Pakistan in December 2019. Reflecting on Warner’s retirement, Australia bowler Josh Hazlewood acknowledged the team’s sentiments, noting they will miss his presence both on and off the field.

Hazlewood described Warner’s retirement from Test cricket, ODI cricket and now T20 as a gradual process, indicating adjustments will be necessary in the team dynamics moving forward.