David Warner puts hand up to play for Australia in the 2025 Champions Trophy
Veteran Australian opener David Warner has put his hand up to play international cricket again despite retiring from all formats of the game.
Warner’s final farewell came at last month’s T20 World Cup when Australia failed to make the semi-finals.
The 37-year-old had earlier retired from Test and ODI cricket this year, bringing an end to one of the great international careers.
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The 50-over tournament will be held in Pakistan in 2025 after a eight-year hiatus.
It’s the only trophy missing from Warner’s resume.
“Chapter closed!! It’s been an unbelievable experience to play at the highest level for such a long period. Australia was my team,” he wrote.
“The majority of my career was at the international level. It’s been an honour to be able to do this.
“100+ games in all formats is my highlight. I want to say thanks to everyone out there who has made this possible. My wife and my girls, who sacrificed so much, thank you for all your support. No person will ever know what we’ve been through.
“For all the cricket fans out there, I truly hope I have entertained you and changed cricket, especially tests, in a way where we scored a bit faster than others.
“We cannot do what we love without the fans, so thanks.”
Warner then added he will continue to play franchise cricket around the world and is open to coming out of retirement for the Champions Trophy.
He has previously hinted at the possibility of playing in the tournament.
“I will continue to play franchise cricket for a while, and I am also open to playing for Aus in the Champions Trophy if selected,” he continued.
“To the players and staff, thanks for putting up with me. No more what’s app junk, your ears are now going to be free of my voice. This team has had unbelievable success the last few years and long may this continue.”
Australia will take on Scotland and England in ODI series later this year before hosting Pakistan in November ahead of the blockbuster Test series against India.
The Champions Trophy is scheduled to begin on February 19 in Pakistan.
