Australian cricket sensation David Warner has been a standout performer in the ongoing ICC Men’s ODI World Cup held in India, contributing significantly to his team’s success. With a remarkable display of batting prowess, Warner has amassed 228 runs in four matches, maintaining an impressive average of 57. His recent century against Pakistan played a pivotal role in Australia’s triumph.
The spectacular century
In a high-stakes clash against Pakistan, Warner showcased his explosive batting style, crafting a spectacular innings that left fans and cricket enthusiasts in awe. He went on to score a remarkable 163 runs from 124 deliveries, steering Australia to a 62-run victory. His partnership with Mitchell Marsh, which produced 259 runs, significantly boosted Australia’s position on the points table, elevating them to the fourth spot.
Warner credits IPL for his ODI success
After the match, Warner shared insights into his approach and credited the Indian Premier League (IPL) as a pivotal factor in his success in the ODI format. He emphasized that the IPL served as a learning platform where he refined the art of pacing an ODI innings.
“I’ve established early on in my career that 50 overs is a long time. I look to try and get to 35 overs and then from there, try and put my foot down if I’m still in. I think that’s where in T20 cricket, I’ve learned a little bit as well, especially in the IPL. I learned a lot when I was playing for Sunrisers that you’re able to have a lot more time than you think,” Warner stated during the post-match press conference.
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Changing gears
Warner’s performance at the Chinnaswamy Stadium exemplified his ability to adapt and shift gears as needed during an innings. He reached his initial 50 runs in just 41 balls, followed by the next fifty runs in 44 deliveries. The final 63 runs flowed at an astonishing pace, taking only 39 balls.
“Having played Test cricket, you can change your gears quite easily. So, in the first 10, with two new balls, you’ve got to respect that. But then if you get away, you can be 50 off the first 10. Then from there, you set the platform for yourself, and that’s the energy you feed off. If you give yourself time at the back end, you can actually score big,” Warner explained, shedding light on his adaptable approach to batting.
