David Andrew Warner was born on 27 October 1986 in Paddington, Sydney, into a working-class home. His father, Howard, worked in a factory and his mother, Lorraine, was a nurse. Growing up alongside older brother Steve, Warner’s early years were shaped by modest means—his first bat was an ‘SS Jumbo’, saved for and treated with care. Despite financial constraints, he delivered newspapers and did part-time jobs to support school and cricket ambitions. He attended Matraville Public School and Randwick Boys High, showing early promise and becoming a member of the Australia under‑19 squad.
At 5′ 7″ (170 cm) and around 65–75 kg, Warner packs explosive power into a compact frame. Nicknamed “Lloyd”, “The Reverend” and “Bull”, he’s famed for his fearless opening batting. Off the field, he’s known as a family man, passionate foodie (especially chicken thigh sandwiches), golf and horse-racing enthusiast, musician, and savvy investor—including stakes in pure Tasmanian vodka and racehorses. Warner also authored a children’s book series, The Kaboom Kid.
Warner married former Ironwoman and surf lifesaver Candice Falzon in April 2015. They have three daughters—Ivy Mae (2014), Indi Rae (2016), and Isla Rose (2019). Residing in Maroubra, Sydney, Warner cherishes family as his anchor, sharing photos, supporting charities, and entertaining fans with lively social media content.
Warner made a splash in New South Wales’ Sheffield Shield, debuting in 2008–09 and scoring a rapid 165 in a one‑day game for NSW Blues. His domestic T20 career took off with Sydney Sixers (BBL), where he claimed the fastest domestic T20 half-century in 2009, reaching 50 in just 18 balls. Across formats, he’s amassed over 11,265 FC runs and 13,363 T20 runs (as of May 2024). He also had stints with Durham, Middlesex, Northern Districts, and more.
Warner made history with simultaneous T20I and ODI debuts against South Africa in January 2009—the first Australian chosen without first‑class experience. He entered Test cricket in December 2011 vs New Zealand. A prolific batsman, he recorded Australia’s highest Test score by an opener (335* vs Pakistan, 2019).
| Format | Mat | Runs | HS | Ave | 100s/50s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Test | 112 | 8,786 | 335* | 44.59 | 26/37 |
| ODI | 161 | 6,932 | 179 | 45.30 | 22/33 |
| T20I | 110 | 3,277 | 100 | 33.43 | 1/28 |
Warner has tallied 26 Test centuries, 22 in ODIs, and became the first Australia batter to score centuries in all formats. His explosive style symbolizes modern cricket.
Warner made his IPL debut in 2009 with Delhi Daredevils and joined Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2014. He led SRH to their maiden IPL title in 2016 as captain and clinched the Orange Cap in 2015, 2017, and 2019—the most by any player. He scored over 6,500 runs, becoming the highest run-scorer among overseas players in IPL history. With his explosive starts and consistent performances, Warner captivated fans and anchored Hyderabad’s batting lineup for several seasons.
In 2021, he experienced a dip in form and SRH management benched him mid-season, which sparked a public fallout. Ahead of the 2022 mega auction, SRH released him. Delhi Capitals seized the opportunity and signed him for INR 6.25 Cr, bringing him back to his former franchise. Since rejoining Delhi, Warner has delivered impactful performances and mentored emerging talents. He continues to define his IPL legacy through match-winning knocks, bold leadership, and a relentless competitive edge that has raised the bar for overseas players in the tournament.
Despite intense play, Warner has remained relatively injury‑free. However, the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal led to a 12‑month ban from international and domestic cricket and IPL. He returned in 2019 with Orange Cap glory. In January 2024, Warner retired from Tests and ODIs, finishing on a high with centuries in his final SCG Test . Yet, he remains open to an ODI return for the Champions Trophy 2025 if Australia needs him. He plans to continue BBL and franchise leagues like ILT20.
