In a boost for Sydney Thunder, veteran opener David Warner has penned a one-year contract extension for the upcoming Big Bash League season. The announcement came Friday, capping a remarkable personal campaign for the retired Australian star amid team woes.
At 39, Warner shows no signs of slowing down. ‘Super excited for another season with Thunder,’ he shared. Acknowledging a challenging year, he praised the revamped squad and unwavering fan support that packed stadiums game after game, tipping the scales for his renewal.
The southpaw emphasized his ongoing value: ‘I feel at ease with my performances and proud to have given the team chances to compete.’ Post-season reviews are underway, with eyes set on a powerhouse BBL 16.
General Manager Trent Copeland hailed the move. ‘Davey’s extension was straightforward – he’s delivered brilliantly. A T20 legend and BBL run-machine, his elite fitness and leadership drive to rebound from a tough season make him invaluable.’
BBL 15 was rough for captain Warner’s Thunder: 2 wins, 8 losses, bottom of the table. But Warner was electric, amassing 433 runs in 8 digs – two tons, two fifties, unbeaten thrice, peaking at 130*. Averaging 86 at 154.09 strike rate, he leads scorers, just ahead of Finn Allen’s 430.
This renewal underscores Warner’s T20 mastery. Sydney Thunder, with their talisman locked in, gears up for redemption, promising thrilling cricket ahead.