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David Warner, known for his explosive batting prowess, has sparked speculation about a possible return to international cricket with a cryptic post on Instagram. Warner retired from T20 internationals following Australia’s exit from the Super 8s in the recent T20 World Cup. Earlier in the year, he bid farewell to Test cricket after a successful series against Pakistan, where he played a pivotal role in Australia’s series victory, culminating with a significant innings in his final match. Additionally, he retired from ODI cricket after the 2023 Cricket World Cup.
In his farewell Test series against Pakistan, Warner began with a memorable 164-run innings in Perth, contributing to Australia’s comprehensive series win. Although he didn’t reach a century in the subsequent Tests in Melbourne and Sydney, Warner continued to make valuable contributions. His retirement from T20 internationals came after Australia’s disappointing exit from the World Cup in the West Indies and USA, where they failed to advance beyond the Super 8 stage.
While Warner was expected to focus on franchise T20 leagues globally, his recent Instagram post hints at a potential comeback to international cricket, leaving fans and teammates curious about his future plans.
David Warner caused a stir on Instagram today by sharing a photo from his home gym, where he was seen working out alone. In his cryptic Instagram story, Warner kept his message brief and simple, questioning his followers about who told them he was retired and done with cricket. This enigmatic post has left fans of David Warner and Australian cricket baffled, speculating whether it hints at a potential return to the sport or his involvement in overseas franchise leagues. Regardless of the actual context, Warner’s Instagram story has certainly captured the attention and curiosity of his followers and cricket enthusiasts alike.
David Warner could potentially join the upcoming second season of Major League Cricket in the United States, where several of his former Australian teammates like Pat Cummins and Adam Zampa are also set to participate. This league commences shortly after the ICC T20 World Cup 2024 concludes in Barbados today.
Regarding David Warner’s involvement in IPL 2025, he is expected to continue playing in various T20 leagues worldwide following his retirement from international cricket. However, Warner’s prospects of returning to the Delhi Capitals for the next IPL season appear uncertain. His performance in IPL 2024 was below par, raising questions about whether the Capitals will retain him or not for the upcoming season.
