Warner Ruled Out of Thunder’s BBL Opener Against Hurricanes

The club describes a precautionary decision following a beach injury to keep him fresh for Saturday’s derby.

Overview

Veteran opener David Warner will miss Tuesday’s rematch at Ninja Stadium in Hobart to start Sydney Thunder’s BBL 2025-26 campaign.
Allrounder Chris Green will captain the side after Thunder named a 14-player squad for the opener against Hobart.
Sydney Thunder added 20-year-old quick Charlie Anderson as a Local Replacement Player to bolster pace options.
General manager Trent Copeland said Warner is receiving treatment and expressed confidence in a return for the Sydney Smash against the Sixers.
Warner led Thunder with 405 runs last season, and his absence may prompt a temporary reshuffle at the top of the order.