David Warner, renowned as one of Australia’s finest batters, has retired from international cricket after a remarkable 15-year career.
Known initially as a T20 specialist, David Warner became a formidable presence across all formats, leaving an indelible mark in cricket history.
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- Versatile 100+ Matches: Warner is among only four players in over 100 matches in Test, ODI, and T20I formats, totaling 383 international appearances.
- Consistent Milestone Performances: Warner scored 50+ runs in each of his 100th matches across formats, showcasing his reliability and skill on crucial occasions.
- Second Most Runs for Australia: With a combined total of 18,995 runs across formats, Warner stands as Australia’s second-highest run-scorer, highlighted by 49 centuries and 98 half-centuries.
- Record ODI Centuries in 2016: Warner tied for the second-highest ODI century total ever recorded in 2016 when he scored seven in a single calendar year.
- Dual World Cup Achievement: Warner is the first Australian and third overall to score over 500 runs in two separate Cricket World Cup editions — 647 runs in 2019 and 535 runs in 2023, pivotal to Australia’s 2023 ODI World Cup triumph.
- Most Player of the Series Awards: Warner holds the record for the most Player of the Series awards for Australia across formats, with 13 accolades to his name, underscoring his consistent match-winning performances.
David Warner’s retirement marks the end of an era in Australian cricket, celebrated for his unparalleled contributions and enduring impact on the sport globally.
His legacy as a prolific run-scorer and match-winner will resonate throughout cricketing history.
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