David Warner To KKR? 3 Teams That Can Sign SRH Legend For IPL 2025 After BBL Heroics
David Warner- (Source:@BBL/X.com)
On Monday, December 30, David Warner had a day to remember as he let his bat do the talking in the match against Melbourne Renegades. The southpaw, who went unsold in the IPL 2025 mega-auction, was the highlight of the first innings as he smashed his maiden BBL fifty since 2013.
It was an emotional day for Warner as the fans and media houses had written him off as he announced international retirement and was not picked for IPL 2025. The 38-year-old also hit back at the IPL franchises with this knock.
Notably, Warner, who is IPL's leading run-getter by an overseas player, failed to attract any bid in the IPL 2025 mega auction. Meanwhile, this article will shed light on three IPL teams who can sign Warner as replacement.
1. Punjab Kings
Australia star batter Josh Inglis suffered a calf strain recently and was ruled out of BGT's last Test. Notably, Inglis was roped in by Punjab Kings for IPL 2025 and they too have dealt a heavy blow with his injury.
Meanwhile, if the situation worsens and he might get ruled out IPL 2025, then PBKS can target David Warner. Further, they have Ricky Ponting as their head coach, who went after Australian cricketers in the auction.
2. Delhi Capitals
Talking about Delhi Capitals, they too need to a back-up opener as Jake Fraser-McGurk is not in great form. Thus, the Capitals are sweating hard over the Aussie's lack of consistency and might be regretting not going after Warner in the auction.
However, they would look to rectify that mistake in case of any injury within the team. Since Warner is back in form and looks in great shape in the BBL, there is a big chance that Warner returns to DC before IPL 2025.
3.Kolkata Knight Riders
Similar to PBKS, KKR are also dealing with injuries within the team. They have Rahmanullah Gurbaz out of action because of injury. Thus, KKR too can look for back-up openers and David Warner is the best choice for that.
Further, KKR are also short of leadership options and there is a possibility that they might also appoint Warner as the next captain.