David Warner joins Channel Nine commentary team
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David Warner might be serving a 12-month ban for his involvement in the ball-tampering scandal, but you cannot keep this man away from cricket. Warner will not miss out on the Australia and England series as he will be a part of the commentary box. The former Australian vice-captain will commentate for the second of the 5-match ODI series.
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Details about Warner's engagement as a commentator
David Warner will be a part of Channel Nine's broadcast team and will commentate for the second ODI at Cardiff. This will be Australia's first series post the ball-tampering saga and all eyes will be on new coach Justin Lander and new captain Tim Paine.
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Channel Nine backs tainted cricketer
"Dave is the best one-day and T20 batsman...so he's perfectly placed to join our coverage for the UK series. We've had a professional relationship with Dave for five years. He just wants to atone for his mistakes." Nine's director of sports Tom Malone said.
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Warner to play in Global T20 Canada
Banned duo of David Warner and Steven Smith have recently been drafted for the Global T20 Canada tournament, which is starting June 28 onwards. Warner was selected in the third round of the draft and will play for Winnipeg Hawks. Hawks also have the likes of Dwayne Bravo from West Indies and South African left-handed batsman David Miller in their ranks.