David Warner Appointed Sydney Thunder Captain After Leadership Ban Lifted
Cricket Australia revokes Warner's lifetime leadership ban, allowing him to lead Sydney Thunder in the upcoming Big Bash League season.
- David Warner returns to a leadership role in Australian cricket six years after the 2018 ball-tampering scandal in South Africa.
- Cricket Australia's Code of Conduct Commission lifted Warner's leadership ban last month, citing his extreme remorse and acknowledgment of responsibility.
- Warner replaces Chris Green as captain of Sydney Thunder, a team he originally helped establish.
- The 38-year-old retired from international cricket following Australia's elimination from the T20 World Cup earlier this year.
- Warner aims to mentor young players at Sydney Thunder, focusing on building a legacy for the next generation.