David Warner to Retire After T20 World Cup 2024, Reflects on Legacy

David Warner is set to retire from international cricket after the T20 World Cup 2024, marking the end of a prolific career that spanned 15 years and included three World Cup victories for Australia. Despite his achievements, Warner acknowledges that his legacy will always be marred by the 2018 'Sandpaper-gate' scandal, in which he played a central role and subsequently received a year-long ban and a lifetime prohibition from leadership roles. Warner expressed frustration at being the primary target of criticism related to the scandal, feeling he has taken disproportionate flak compared to his teammates. Looking forward to retirement, Warner hopes to be remembered for his cricketing prowess rather than the controversy. As Australia progresses to the Super Eight stage of the T20 World Cup, Warner aims to end his career on a victorious note. He reiterated his sense of relief that retirement will bring an end to the constant scrutiny and criticism he has faced since the scandal.