David Warner, the iconic batsman, recently expressed his interest in coaching in the future while foreseeing a significant shift in cricket's dynamics. He believes sledging, a prevalent aspect of the game, will phase out within the next decade, attributing this change to the collaborative environment fostered by domestic leagues like the IPL.
Warner, 37, played his final Test at the SCG, contributing to Australia's series sweep against Pakistan. Though he retired from ODIs, he remains available for T20Is and various T20 leagues worldwide.
In an interview with 'Fox Cricket,' Warner disclosed his coaching aspirations but humorously hinted at the need to discuss this career move with his wife first.
Renowned for his aggressive on-field demeanor before the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, Warner acknowledged his past approach, stating that he was encouraged to unsettle opponents during the initial stages of his Test career.
He emphasized the changing landscape of cricket, predicting the decline of traditional sledging due to T20 franchise leagues like the IPL. Warner envisions a shift from aggressive confrontations to a lighter, banter-filled atmosphere among players, exemplified by his camaraderie with Shaheen Shah Afridi in a recent Test against Pakistan.
The retired Test great believes that coaching in the future will focus more on cricket-specific strategies and winning games rather than provoking opposition players.
Warner concluded his Test career with an impressive record, amassing 8786 runs at an average of 44.59, including 26 centuries and 37 fifties, placing him as Australia's fifth-highest run-scorer in Test history. Across formats, he stands as Australia's second most prolific batter after the legendary Ricky Ponting, accumulating 18,612 runs.
(With Agency Inputs)
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