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David Warner's captaincy ban was lifted recently © Getty
Close on the heels of his leadership ban being lifted, David Warner has been announced as the captain of Sydney Thunder for the upcoming edition of the Big Bash League. The veteran left-hander replaces Chris Green as the skipper, although the latter remains part of the team as a player.
It has been less than two weeks since Warner became eligible for captaincy, with a three-member independent panel expressing satisfaction that he met all the criteria to have the ban lifted effective immediately.
"Captaining the Thunder again this season means a lot to me. I was part of the team from the start, and now to be back with that 'C' next to my name feels fantastic. I'm looking forward to leading from the front and sharing my experience with the young talent coming through," said Warner.
"Leadership off the field is just as crucial. I want to create an environment where we can all take a break from the game, bond, and enjoy ourselves. Whether it's over a team meal, out on the golf course or engaging with our fans in Western Sydney, it's all about building camaraderie and staying grounded.
"I want to compliment the way Greeny (Chris Green) led from the front. He's an exceptional talent with fantastic leadership qualities. Jason Sangha, too, before his injury. I gained great insight from both, and I know they're guys I can lean on this season," he added.
Thunder will be hoping Warner's captaincy inspires them towards success, having finished at the bottom spot in the previous season. The BBL|14 gets underway on December 15. Thunder's first game will be against Adelaide Strikers in Canberra on December 17.
Sydney Thunder BBL|14 Squad: David Warner (c), Wes Agar, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings, Oliver Davies, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Gilkes, Chris Green, Liam Hatcher, Sam Konstas, Nic Maddinson, Nathan McAndrew, Sherfane Rutherford, William Salzmann, Daniel Sams, Jason Sangha, Tanveer Sangha.
Close on the heels of his leadership ban being lifted, David Warner has been announced as the captain of Sydney Thunder for the upcoming edition of the Big Bash League. The veteran left-hander replaces Chris Green as the skipper, although the latter remains part of the team as a player.
It has been less than two weeks since Warner became eligible for captaincy, with a three-member independent panel expressing satisfaction that he met all the criteria to have the ban lifted effective immediately.
"Captaining the Thunder again this season means a lot to me. I was part of the team from the start, and now to be back with that 'C' next to my name feels fantastic. I'm looking forward to leading from the front and sharing my experience with the young talent coming through," said Warner.
"Leadership off the field is just as crucial. I want to create an environment where we can all take a break from the game, bond, and enjoy ourselves. Whether it's over a team meal, out on the golf course or engaging with our fans in Western Sydney, it's all about building camaraderie and staying grounded.
"I want to compliment the way Greeny (Chris Green) led from the front. He's an exceptional talent with fantastic leadership qualities. Jason Sangha, too, before his injury. I gained great insight from both, and I know they're guys I can lean on this season," he added.
Thunder will be hoping Warner's captaincy inspires them towards success, having finished at the bottom spot in the previous season. The BBL|14 gets underway on December 15. Thunder's first game will be against Adelaide Strikers in Canberra on December 17.
Sydney Thunder BBL|14 Squad: David Warner (c), Wes Agar, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings, Oliver Davies, Lockie Ferguson, Matt Gilkes, Chris Green, Liam Hatcher, Sam Konstas, Nic Maddinson, Nathan McAndrew, Sherfane Rutherford, William Salzmann, Daniel Sams, Jason Sangha, Tanveer Sangha.