Former Australian opener David Warner played the last Test match of his international career against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground. Warner finished as Australia’s fifth highest run-scorer in Tests and scored 8786 runs in 112 Test matches. Warner will now begin his new career in the commentary box and will cheer on his country.

David Warner informed about the development while sharing an Instagram post on his official account after bidding farewell to Test and ODI cricket.

David Warner becomes a commentator after retiring from his international career

Warner wrote in his Instagram caption: “As my time with the Australian Test cricket team comes to an end, I want to express my sincere gratitude for the incredible privilege it has been to wear the baggy green and represent our great nation. on the international stage. . Being a part of this team has been a dream come true and I am truly grateful for the unwavering support and camaraderie I have experienced throughout my journey.”

“Test cricket, often called the pinnacle of the sport, has been a true test of character and skill and I am honored to have had the opportunity to compete at this level alongside some of the best players in the world. The lessons learned, memories made, and friendships forged will always have a special place in my heart. I am deeply grateful to my teammates, coaches, support staff and the entire Australian cricket community for their guidance, encouragement and belief in me. All of this has helped me become the player I am today.”

“As I move forward into the next chapter of my life, I carry with me the values ​​and principles that were instilled in me during my time with the team. I will always treasure the memories and invaluable lessons learned, and I am proud to have been part of the rich history and tradition of Australian cricket. I look forward to being in the box commentating and watching this team excel now and in the years to come.”

David Warner made his Test debut in the year 2011 and has since proven to be one of the most aggressive Test batsmen. Warner was one of those cricketers who used to hit the opposing players and sometimes also dismantled them with his batting.

However, there have been many ups and downs in David Warner’s career. Warner became involved in the Sandpaper Gate scandal that took place during a tour of South Africa in 2018. Warner was one of those three players, including Steve Smith and Cameron Bancroft, who allegedly tampered with the ball during the third Test match of the series with the use of sandpaper.

David Warner was the one who knew about the entire development, for which he received a one-year suspension. After Warner returned to the team, his form was not at its peak like a few years ago, but the latter ended his career on a happy note and helped Australia whitewash Pakistan 3-0.