David Warner’s Farewell at MCG Amid Boxing Day Test

David Warner's Farewell at MCG Amid Boxing Day Test

VoM News Desk | December 28, 2023 | 12:58 PM IST | Cricket, Sports | Follow on Google News

David Warner’s Farewell at MCG Amid Boxing Day Test

David Warner’s Farewell at MCG Amid Boxing Day Test

Australian opener David Warner’s final Boxing Day Test innings at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) culminated in an uneventful manner during the second Test against Pakistan.

Scoring just six runs in 16 balls before being dismissed by Mir Hamza, Warner bid adieu to the MCG with a heartwarming gesture – handing his gloves to a child in the audience.

The MCG holds a special place in Warner’s cricketing journey, marking the venue of his international debut in January 2009.

His remarkable debut against South Africa saw him storming the Proteas’ attack with 89 off 43 balls, comprising seven fours and six sixes. Over 11 Tests at the MCG, Warner amassed 912 runs at an average of 50.66, notching three centuries and two fifties in 18 innings, with his highest score being 200.

In his cricketing tenure, Warner delivered memorable performances at the Boxing Day Tests, displaying his prowess at the iconic venue:

• 2011 against India: 37, 52
• 2012 against Sri Lanka: 62
• 2013 against England: 9, 25
• 2014 against India: 0, 40
• 2015 against West Indies: 23, 17
• 2016 against Pakistan: 144
• 2017 against England: 103, 86
• 2019 against New Zealand: 41, 38
• 2021 against England: 38
• 2022 against South Africa: 200
• 2023 against Pakistan: 38, 6

Warner’s records boast 874 runs at an average of 51.41, including three centuries and two fifties in 11 Boxing Day Tests.

In the ongoing Test against Pakistan, a crucial counter-attacking half-century by Mitchell Marsh, supported by Steve Smith’s partnership, propelled Australia to a lead of 161 runs by the end of the second session on day three.

At Tea, Australia was positioned at 107/4, with Marsh unbeaten at 57* and Smith at 26*, showcasing resilience after the early loss of wickets.

Match Summary:
Australia: 318 and 107/4 (Mitchell Marsh 57, Steve Smith 26, Mir Hamza 2/13)
Pakistan: 264 (Abdullah Shafique 62, Shan Masood 54, Pat Cummins 5/48)
Australia leads by 60 runs.

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