Because of the influence that retiring opening batsman David Warner had on Australian cricket, former captain Ricky Ponting paid respect to him, stating that it would be hard to find someone like him.

After Australia was eliminated from the T20 World Cup 2024 by Afghanistan’s victory over Bangladesh, David Warner’s 15-year international career came to an end.

“I wrapped an arm around him.” I advised them to “just take a moment tonight to sit back by themselves and reflect on what has been an incredible career for Australia in all three formats.” remarked Ponting on the ICC’s Digital Daily program.

“We know he retired in the summer from test cricket, but you’ll struggle to find a guy that’s had as big an impact on all three forms of Australian cricket as David Warner has.”

David Warner was coached by Ponting while playing for the Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League, and he also served as the team’s captain throughout his formative years.

“I’ve had the opportunity to coach him in the last few IPL seasons in addition to having the opportunity to play with him, and I truly enjoy his company.” Thus, Ponting said, he ought to feel quite proud of his accomplishments.

Australia lost to India in the Super 8 match of the T20 World Cup 2024 on Monday night at Gros Islet, Saint Lucia, and the 2021 champion was eliminated from the competition by Afghanistan’s win over Bangladesh.

Warner made it rather evident that he will end his international career after the current T20 World Cup 2024, having previously announced his retirement from Test and one-day cricket at the beginning of this year.

Star pacer Josh Hazlewood then said that it would be difficult to fill the dressing room in Warner’s absence.

“He will be sorely missed by the group, both on and off the field. He described it as “an amazing all-format career.”

“Test cricket, ODI cricket, and now T20 cricket have all been slow burns. As a result, while we’ve adjusted to life without him somewhat, losing a player who has been around for a long time usually makes things different.

Warner said he was quitting all forms of international cricket, but if he keeps up his good form, he would consider joining the team again for the Champions Trophy in 2025.