Pat Cummins' first five wicket haul at the Adelaide Oval led Australia to a comprehensive 10-wicket win in the second test against India on Sunday and level the five-match series at 1-1. The Australian skipper took 5-57 as he bounced out the Indian lower order, with the visitors crashing to 175 all out in its second innings for a slender 18-run lead. Resuming at 128-5 in the second innings, India needed a near-miracle from Rishabh Pant to have any hope of setting a testing fourth innings target for Australia to chase. But Mitchell Starc had other ideas, as he had Pant (28) caught at slip from the sixth delivery of the afternoon. Cummins then got into the act using the short ball tactic against the Indian lower order to great effect. Ravichandran Ashwin (7) was caught behind trying to pull, while Harshit Rana (0) couldn’t fend off a rising delivery and was caught at backward point. Nitish Reddy top scored for India with 42 off 47 balls and was out caught off Cummins again trying to score quick runs. Mohammed Siraj was last man out, caught off Scott Boland who finished with 3-51 in his return to the team in place of the injured Josh Hazlewood. None of the Indian batters passed 50 across the two innings – India previously suffered the same fate in the 2021 world test championship final against New Zealand at Southampton. Bangladesh eye ODI dominance against West Indies Needing just 19 runs to win the test and level the series, Nathan McSweeney (10 not out) and Usman Khawaja (12 not out) saw Australia home safely in 3.2 overs. India was bowled out for 180 runs in the first innings on the back of Starc's career best figures of 6-48. Travis Head scored a blistering 140 off 141 balls to propel Australia to 337 runs in reply and take a 157-run lead. Australia's quicks then dismantled India's top order in the second innings under lights to leave the match strongly in the hosts favour heading into the third day. India took a 1-0 lead in the five-match series after winning the first test by 295 runs in Perth. The teams will play a third test beginning Dec. 14 in Brisbane followed by matches in Melbourne starting December 26 and in Sydney from January 3.  

Australia has embarked on an ambitious social experiment to restrict access to social media for children under 16, a move aimed at tackling the rising concerns surrounding digital well-being and child safety. Approved by Parliament last week, the law challenges the entrenched role of platforms like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram in young lives, raising questions about feasibility, enforcement, and potential repercussions. The ban, set to take effect in a year, will impose fines of up to AUD 50 million (USD 33 million) on platforms that fail to prevent underage accounts. Proponents argue that this policy could set a precedent for safeguarding children from harmful content and social pressures, but critics warn of unintended consequences, including challenges to free expression, privacy concerns, and the risk of isolating vulnerable youth. Enforcing the Ban: A Daunting Task While Australia aims to hold social media giants accountable, enforcing such a ban is no small feat. Young users often circumvent age restrictions, and platforms have struggled to implement foolproof age verification systems. Critics like David Inserra from the Cato Institute have called the policy ineffective, arguing that age-assurance methods risk undermining user privacy without guaranteeing accurate enforcement. Read: Australia imposes world’s first ban on social media for under-16 Impact on Young Lives Advocates like Julie Scelfo of Mothers Against Media Addiction (MAMA) praise the initiative, emphasizing that less screen time fosters genuine human connections. Studies have linked excessive social media use among teens to heightened risks of depression, anxiety, and exposure to inappropriate content, including cyberbullying and social comparisons. However, skeptics caution that banning social media may cut off critical avenues for self-expression and community building, particularly for marginalized groups such as LGBTQ+ youth and those in abusive situations. Anonymity, a cornerstone of online interaction, could also be jeopardized if stricter verification measures become the norm. A Global Trend in the Making? Australia’s bold stance mirrors growing international efforts to protect children online. Norway is considering a similar ban for under-15s, while France is piloting restrictions in schools. In the U.S., initiatives like the "Wait Until 8th" campaign encourage parents to delay giving children access to smartphones and social media. However, federal progress remains slow, with child online safety legislation often stalling amid legal challenges. Balancing Protection and Freedom While Australia’s law represents a significant push to regulate Big Tech, it also highlights a broader debate: How do societies balance protecting children with preserving their freedoms? Parents, policymakers, and experts worldwide will closely watch Australia’s experiment, weighing its successes and pitfalls as they navigate the complex intersection of technology, childhood, and safety. Could this approach work universally? Time — and the resilience of tech-savvy teens — will tell. Source: With inputs from agenceis 

Australia has made history by passing a world-first law that effectively bans children under the age of 16 from using social media. The landmark decision comes in response to growing concerns about the adverse effects social media has on the mental health and well-being of young people, including rising incidents of cyberbullying, addiction, and exposure to harmful content. The legislation, which was approved by Parliament earlier this week, mandates social media platforms to enforce stricter age verification systems. These new regulations will ensure that individuals under 16 years old will be unable to create accounts or access platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and Snapchat. Social media companies now have until early 2025 to implement the necessary changes, giving them time to adapt to the new rules. Under the new law, platforms will be given a one-year grace period to comply with the age verification requirements. Starting in 2025, social media companies will be legally required to deploy systems capable of detecting and blocking users under 16. If they fail to meet these regulations, they will face hefty fines, with penalties potentially reaching up to $50 million AUD for repeated violations. The law has placed significant pressure on social media companies, which will need to develop and integrate advanced age verification technologies to comply. US universities urge Indian students to return before Trump takes office Some platforms have already begun exploring digital identification systems and facial recognition technologies to better authenticate users' ages. However, the widespread use of such technologies has raised privacy and data security concerns. Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has hailed the new law as a crucial step in safeguarding the country’s youth. He emphasised that the legislation aims to protect the mental and emotional health of children in the digital age. The decision comes after extensive research by Australian health experts, who have long warned about the dangers posed by social media for young people. Studies have shown a strong link between excessive social media use and a range of mental health issues, including depression, anxiety, and sleep disorders. China sentences journalist to 7yrs for espionage A 2023 report by the Australian Psychological Society revealed that nearly 40 per cent of teenagers reported feelings of anxiety or depression linked to their online experiences. Cyberbullying and the pressures of social comparison have been identified as major contributing factors to these challenges. By implementing this groundbreaking law, Australia has set a precedent for the rest of the world, challenging other nations to consider the long-term impact of social media on the younger generation and the steps necessary to mitigate those effects. Source: With inputs from wirers  

Reiterating its steadfast support to the current interim government, Australia has sought Bangladesh's assistance in addressing irregular migrant issues, handling of people smuggling and trafficking in persons as well as transnational organised crimes. While appreciating Bangladesh's economic and social development, Australia expressed its keen interest in working more closely with Bangladesh on issues of mutual interests in the days to come. During the fifth senior officials’ talks at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT) of Australia on Tuesday, Bangladesh recognized Australia's continued support in Bangladesh's development efforts since independence. Bangladesh has sought technical and expert support from Australia in its agriculture, education, energy, blue economy and ICT sectors. Bangladesh also urged Australia to play a more proactive role in pursuing the global community to put collective political pressure on Myanmar for an enduring solution to the Rohingya problem. Additional Foreign Secretary (Bilateral-East & West) Md Nazrul Islam and first Assistant Secretary, South and Central Asia Division of the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade of Australia Sarah Storey led the delegations on respective sides. High-level government officials of relevant departments along with Mission officials of both countries were also present during the talks. The talks, held with a spirit of mutual understanding, covered a wide array of issues, including development partnership, sectoral cooperation, strategic and regional issues, migration issues, civil maritime cooperation, security and defense cooperation, and cooperation in multilateral fora. Climate change featured prominently in the talks, with both countries reaffirming their commitment to addressing global environmental challenges. Australia acknowledged Bangladesh's vulnerability to climate impacts and pledged continued support for Bangladesh’s climate adaptation and resilience efforts. Prof Yunus lauds BSC; it repays government Tk 475cr Regional and global issues of mutual interest, including Indo-Pacific outlook, counter-terrorism, and multilateral cooperation, were also on the agenda. The talks reflected the shared commitment to upholding peace, security, and prosperity in the region. The officials expressed satisfaction with the progress made in the bilateral relationship and identified areas for further collaboration. They reiterated their dedication to strengthening ties and working together to address shared challenges. Both sides underscored the importance of regular exchange of visits, including at the highest level, as well as regular contacts and interaction between leaders and officials, to take forward bilateral cooperation to a new level. The next round of senior officials’ talks will be held in Dhaka in 2025.  

Australia began its title defense at the Women’s T20 World Cup with a six-wicket win over Sri Lanka on Saturday. Medium pacer Megan Schutt picked 3-12 in four overs, while left-arm spinner Sophie Molineux took 2-20, as Sri Lanka was restricted to 93-7 in 20 overs. In reply, Beth Mooney led Australia’s charge as it overhauled the total in only 14.2 overs. It was down to 35-3 at one stage, but Mooney scored 43 not out off 38 balls to lead her side to victory. In the second game of the day, Bangladesh faces England. Women's T20 World Cup: Bangladesh start confidently beating Scotland, ending run of 16 straight loss Opting to bat, Sri Lanka suffered crucial early blows. Skipper Chamari Athapaththu was out lbw to Ashleigh Gardner for just three runs. Schutt and Molineux then combined to hit the top-order hard, as Sri Lanka was down to 25-3 in 6.4 overs. Nilakshi de Silva scored 29 not out off 40 balls, while Harshitha Madavi scored 23 runs. Their 31-run partnership for the fourth wicket saved the Asian champions some embarrassment. Molineux broke that partnership in the 13th over, and then Sri Lanka went down to 89-7 within another 6.2 overs. Its innings struggled on either side of that partnership, thus finishing with a below-par total. In reply, Australia’s top-order struggled as well. Skipper Alyssa Healy was dismissed for four, while Georgia Wareham was run out for three runs. When Sugandika Kumari bowled Ellyse Perry for 17 in the sixth over, there was some trouble. Jayawickrama who took 11 wickets against Bangladesh banned by ICC But Mooney dug in deep, and found support from Gardner, who put in 12 runs. Together they added 43 off only 40 balls as Australia sped up its chase in the second half. Sri Lanka has now lost both its opening matches in group A and is nearly out of contention from advancing to the semifinals.

Team Australia are looking to be the ultimate king of white-ball cricket as they are on a mission to be the world champion of the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 Cup tournament after winning the trophy in the ODI Cricket World Cup last December. They have established a strong squad for this mission which will be analyzed in this article.  Australia Squad in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Table: List of Players in the Australian Team in the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Names  Role Mitchell Marsh (Captain) Allrounder Ashton Agar Bowler Pat Cummins Bowler Tim David Middle Order batter Nathan Ellis Bowler Cameron Green Batting Allrounder Josh Hazlewood Bowler Travis Head Top Order Batter Josh Inglis Wicketkeeper Batter Glenn Maxwell Batting Allrounder Mitchell Starc Bowler Marcus Stoinis Batting Allrounder Matthew Wade Wicketkeeper Batter David Warner Opening Batter Adam Zampa Bowler Reserves Jake Fraser-McGurk Batter Matt Short Top Order Batter Read more: Venue Guide: Stadiums of ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024 The Australian side will be led by their veteran all-rounder Mitchell Marsh who played a crucial role in the final of ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2021 which they eventually won. In their squad, they have prioritized experience.  The squad is very much star-studded. Some of them are among the best of the generation. It is always a daunting task to select only 15 players from such a large pool of players as Australia. Yet it seems to be one of the unmatchable ones.  Here, some of the aspects of the Australian squad will be analyzed in which they did brilliantly and in which they might have done slightly better. Read more: Squad Analysis of Sri Lanka for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Strength of Australia Team for the 2024 ICC Men’s T20 Cup  Experience One thing that the selectors have ensured is that there is no shortage of experience in the squad. If you look through the 15-man group, you will see the most familiar names of world cricket. They have been playing for really long and in almost all the franchise leagues of the world. Therefore, it is unlikely that any pressure will crumble them.  Big match performers This has been the key for Australian cricket throughout history. They have always had some players who shine in the ultimate games that differentiate between the bests and the greats. Players like Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, David Warner, Travis Head, and even skipper Mitchell Marsh have frequently passed the test of these moments and ensured Australia’s victory. This time it is not supposed to be any different either.  Explosive batting line-up The team is enriched with seasoned players like Travis Head, Glenn Maxwell, Marcus Stoinis, and Mitchell Marsh. One can hardly argue the solid batting line up of this squad. These players can single-handedly win matches for their teams as they have done so often. It will not be a surprising thing if they do it again in the current T20 World Cup. Read more: Analysis of India Squad for the ICC Men’s T20 World 2024 Strike Bowlers Just like the batters, the names of Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, and Adam Zampa will give you the reassurance for this. They are some of the greatest wicket-taking bowlers of this generation. And having them together makes their bowling the deadliest in this tournamnet.  Given the way the pitches are behaving this T20 World Cup tournamnet, it will not be easy to score big and win against Australia. Depth in every department Any of the probable starting XI of Australia will see them having batters till at least 9 and having 7 bowlers. It‘s the volume of the depth this team have. With players like Mitchell Marsh, Marcus Stoinis, and Tim David who can act as frontline batters and can bowl for 4 overs adds to this depth. Similarly, Pat Cummins and Ashton Agar often add valuable runs late in the order after doing a fantastic job with the bowl. Therefore, at any point, their skipper won’t feel like being short of options which will ease the job for him. Read more: Fixtures of Bangladesh Team in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Weakness of Australia Squad for the T20 World Cup 2024 However mighty they look, there is always some weakness in every team. It is not any different for this team as well.  Not including James Fraser-McGurk It is not like not including him has weakened the side. They still have brilliant batters. However, he has been in tremendous form in the last few months in various franchise leagues. As a result, one might argue that they should have valued his form, explosiveness, and fearlessness over the likes of David Warner and Matthew Wade to add some dynamics to the team. Lack of Spinners It looks like a problem after the World Cup started. The pitches are behaving really slow and difficult for the batters to score. In such situation, the spinners thrive. The options Australia have in this regard, are Adam Zampa, Ashton Agar, and Glenn Maxwell. Among them, Ashton Agar and Glenn Maxwell might not bowl full quota. However, inclusion of an extra spinner could have been a nice weapon for this team. Read more: ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024: Groups, Match Fixtures, and Venues Key Players for Australian Squad in ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Travis Head This cricketer had a brilliant half-year in 2024. With his fiery batting, he provided the team with a foundation for some astounding scores. Sunrisers Hyderabad scored 250+ on three occasions in IPL 2024 and he had scores of 62(24), 102(41), and 89(32). These are only some of the examples of the explosiveness he brings to the side. Australia will rely on this in the whole of the World Cup. Glenn Maxwell There is no need to explain more about this all-rounder. His explosiveness is world-known.  He will be particularly important in this T20 World Cup because he is the only spin-bowling all-rounder on the side. Additionally, the batters are supposed to face a lot of spin bowlers against which he is a master.  Read more: Analyzing Bangladesh Squad for ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 Pat Cummins It might have come as a wonder when the Australian squad was announced and Pat Cummins was not named captain. However, this talented cricketer is expected to play a big role in the team with his bowling. Besides, his leading capabilities can help Mitchell Marsh to guide the team. After winning the ICC Test Championship, ICC ODI World Cup, and leading Sunrisers Hyderabad to the finals as a captain, he is expected to excel in this role. Adam Zampa Adam Zampa has been the go-to spin bowler of Australia. He has entered this World Cup with great form as well. In situations, where the pitches are slow and balls are spinning, Adam Zampa is supposed to be the most crucial bowler for Australia this time.  Verdict Australia is one of the most powerful teams who are favourite in the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. Despite the lack of spinners, Australia have put up a squad that is a force to reckon with. Given the strength of batters and bowlers they have in the team, they can easily be the champions once again. Read more: T20 World Cup: Bangladesh aims to unleash full potential despite challenges

Australian Foreign Minister Penny Wong is scheduled to pay an official visit to Bangladesh on May 21-22 to strengthen their bilateral relationship with Bangladesh and find ways to boost cooperation for regional peace, prosperity and security. Issues related to promotion of trade and investment, sustainable and renewable energy production, Rohingya crisis, maritime security, technology transfer and free and open Indo-Pacific region are likely to be discussed during her visit, officials said here on Sunday. Penny Wong is likely to have a courtesy meeting with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina apart from holding a bilateral meeting with her Bangladesh counterpart Hasan Mahmud, a senior official at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs told UNB. A small delegation including Deputy Secretary, South and Southeast Asia Group and Head of the Office of Southeast Asia, in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Michelle Chan will accompany the Australian foreign minister, he said. The Australian minister is likely to visit the Rohingya camp during her visit to see the situation there. Bangladesh seeks Australia’s support in keeping the Rohingya issue alive globally with a view to the ultimate repatriation of the forcibly displaced Myanmar nationals sheltered in Bangladesh. Australia has a commitment to continue the humanitarian assistance for the Rohingyas and support Bangladesh in their repatriation effort. Wong was born in the Malaysian state of Sabah. Her family moved to Australia in 1976, when she was eight years old, and settled in Adelaide. The forthcoming visit by the Australian foreign minister demonstrates the country's growing interest in Bangladesh, an Australian diplomat told UNB. Earlier this month, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has said he looks forward to working with PM Hasina to strengthen the bilateral relationship and together contribute to regional peace, prosperity and security. US wants to rebuild trust between Dhaka and Washington leaving behind tension: Lu “As Indian Ocean nations, we share an interest in a region that is grounded in sovereignty, promotes the prosperity and security of our citizens, and addresses the threat of climate change," he said in a letter written to PM Hasina congratulating on her reelection in January. The Australian PM highlighted the importance of their partnership in promoting "peace, prosperity and security" in the Indian Ocean. He affirmed his support for growing bilateral and regional cooperation between Australia and Bangladesh. “We have many common interests in increasing our trade and investment, promoting human rights, cooperating on people smuggling and addressing the Rohingya issue,” Albanese wrote. Bangladesh and Australia have already signed a framework agreement to open newer trade and investment opportunities between the two countries. The Trade and Investment Framework Arrangement (TIFA), the first of this kind between Australia and Bangladesh in the last five decades, is expected to provide a platform for institutionalised economic interactions and open newer opportunities for trade and investment. In May last year, Australian Assistant Minister for Foreign Affairs Tim Watts visited Bangladesh. During the visit he said Bangladesh and Australia work closely together to promote their shared interests in regional peace and security, and have a growing trade and investment relationship. Lu in Bangladesh: Sets politics aside, tries to reach out to people Welcoming Bangladesh’s Indo-Pacific Outlook, he said Australia seeks a region where “no country dominates, and no countries are dominated,” and the country thinks building a region like that requires efforts by all countries in the region. “We welcome the Bangladesh government’s Indo-Pacific Outlook in that context. I particularly welcome the point in the Indo-Pacific Outlook that argues for an inclusive region,” Watts said while responding to a question from UNB in a group session at that time. Australia recently sent a defence advisor to its High Commission in Dhaka, and, reciprocally, they welcome a defence advisor from Bangladesh in Australia. From Australia's perspective, the defence adviser is a symbol of their "intention and willingness" to cooperate on defence matters. The two countries are scheduled to hold the 5th Foreign Office Consultation (FOC) in Australia next month, said an official. The 4th FOC was held in Dhaka in March last year. The two-way trade now stands at around $4bn, reflecting Bangladesh’s significant economic growth and its highly complementary commercial strengths Donald Lu highlights importance of adaptation; protection of coastal people

The Australian women's cricket team has arrived in Dhaka, ready to take on the Bangladesh women's team in a historic series starting on March 21. This marks Australia's first full tour of Bangladesh. Their previous visit was in 2014 for the ICC T20I World Cup, and they have never played an ODI in Bangladesh. While the first ODI is on March 21, the other two are on March 24 and 27, respectively. After the ODI series, the teams will take on each other in a three-match T20I series, too, on March 31, April 2, and 4. All the matches will be played at Sher-e-Bangla National Cricket Stadium in Dhaka. The first match of the three-match ODI series will be Australia's first ODI in Bangladesh. In their only previous ODI encounter two years ago, Australia won by 65 runs. Women's cricketer Nahida Akter receives ICC player of the month award Bangladesh's inclusion in the ICC Women's Championship has created the opportunity for this series against Australia. Bangladesh recently won an ODI against South Africa, boosting their confidence for the upcoming challenge. Their recent home success, including a win against Pakistan and a tied series with India, further strengthens Bangladesh's confidence. Bangladesh's conditions may offer a unique challenge to the Australian players, many of whom are playing in Bangladesh for the first time. Only Captain Alyssa Healy and veteran Ellyse Perry have previous experience in Bangladesh, and that was a decade ago. Young blood injected as BCB announces squad for first Test against Sri Lanka However, some Australian players have recently participated in the Women's Premier League (WPL) in India, where they experienced conditions similar to those in Bangladesh. Australia squad for Bangladesh tour 2024: Alyssa Healy (captain), Ashleigh Gardner, Kim Garth, Grace Harris, Alana King, Phoebe Litchfield, Tahlia McGrath (vice captain), Sophie Molineux, Beth Mooney, Ellyse Perry, Megan Schutt, Annabel Sutherland, Georgia Wareham, Tayla Vlaeminck Bangladesh squad against Australia series 2024: Nigar Sultana (captain), Nahida Akter (vice captain), Fargana Hoque, Murshida Khatun, Sobhana Mostary, Shorna Akter, Ritu Moni, Sultana Khatun, Fahima Khatun, Marufa Akter, Disha Biswas, Sumaiya Akter, Nishita Akter Nishi, Farzana Akter, Rabeya Khan

Australia's cricket captain, Pat Cummins, has been honoured with the prestigious Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for the ICC Men's Cricketer of the Year 2023, the International Cricket Council (ICC) said on Thursday. Cummins, a charismatic leader, demonstrated exceptional performance throughout the year, achieving big team victories, including the ICC World Test Championship Final and the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023. BPL 2024: Sylhet phase begins Friday Under Cummins' influential captaincy since late 2021, Australia triumphed in crucial encounters, reclaiming the Ashes and securing a historic sixth World Cup title. Overcoming tough competition, Cummins outshone fellow nominees— his compatriot Travis Head, and India’s batting superstar Virat Kohli, and allrounder Ravindra Jadeja. Shoaib Malik's BPL 2024 Campaign Abruptly Ends In ODIs, Cummins delivered crucial bowling spells. His leadership shone brightest in the World Cup final against India, where strategic bowling changes and field placements stifled the opposition. Cummins' masterful decisions limited India to 240 runs, and Australia comfortably chased down the total, securing their record-breaking sixth World Cup title. Shakib Al Hasan diagnosed with retinal condition in left eye Cummins concluded the year on a high note with a stellar 10-wicket haul in the Test series against Pakistan.

In a heartfelt press conference on January 1, 2024 morning, Australian cricketer David Warner announced his retirement from one day international (ODI) cricket, ending another chapter to his illustrious career.  The 37-year-old veteran, who had already declared his exit from Test cricket, announced his decision, emphasizing the opportunity to spend more time with his family and explore franchise cricket opportunities around the world.  Warner, known for his explosive batting style and unwavering dedication to the game, highlighted the significance of winning the 2023 World Cup in India as a factor influencing his retirement from the 50-over format.  Read more: Bangladesh Men’s Test Cricket in 2023: Performance Analysis David Warner will retire as the sixth highest run scorer for Australia in ODI cricket history. He scored 6932 runs in 162 matches at an average of 45.30 with a best of 179 against Pakistan. He is the second, in terms of scoring the most centuries for Australia.  He made 22 ODI centuries, only behind Ricky Ponting, who scored 29 centuries.  David Warner Career Stats Table: Batting Stats Across Formats FORMAT Mat Inns NO Runs HS Ave SR 100s 50s Tests 111 203 8 8695 335* 44.58 70.26 26 36 ODIs 161 159 6 6932 179 45.30 97.26 22 33 T20Is 99 99 11 2894 100* 32.88 141.30 1 24 Reflecting on his Test debut against New Zealand in December 2011, Warner expressed gratitude for the pivotal role former Australia captain Greg Chappell played in shaping his career. The opener acknowledged Chappell's belief as a driving force behind his success on the international stage. While Warner clarified his retirement from ODIs, he teased a comeback for a potential return if Australia requires an opener for the ICC Champions Trophy in 2025.  The ICC Champions Trophy is the only title missing in David Warner’s fine career.  Read more: Bangladesh Cricket in 2023: Men’s ODI Series- Performance Analysis He stated his willingness to answer the call if playing decent cricket in two years' time aligns with the team's needs. Australia won the last Champions Trophy back in 2009 against New Zealand in South Africa. Although he is not available for the ODI and Test, the Australian cricketer also emphasized his eagerness to continue representing his country in T20 cricket.  Warner, who has been a vital part of Australia's T20 squad, expressed hopes of featuring in the upcoming T20 World Cup in the Caribbean and the USA in June. His T20 journey will continue as he marks the final chapter of his illustrious career. Following the conclusion of the Test series against Pakistan in Sydney, Warner is set to turn out for at least four matches with the Sydney Thunder in the Big Bash League (BBL). However, his participation in the BBL finals remains uncertain as he eyes an opportunity to play for the International League T20 (ILT20) franchise Dubai Capitals, later this month. Warner is currently seeking a no objection certificate (NOC) from Cricket Australia to take part in the Dubai league, with the first game scheduled for January 21. Read more: Preview of 2023 Pakistan vs Australia 3rd Test Match Despite his commitment to T20 cricket, Warner confirmed his absence from Australia's three-match ODI series against West Indies in the upcoming month. Additionally, he might skip the ensuing T20I series to participate in the International T20 league, supported by IPL team owners. In his emotional address to the media, Warner expressed gratitude for the support he has received throughout his career. He thanked his family, teammates, coaches, and fans for being an integral part of his cricketing journey. The cricketing fraternity now eagerly awaits Warner's final appearances in Test and T20 cricket, celebrating the remarkable career of one of Australia's cricketing icons. The announcement took place ahead of Warner's 112th and final Test match at the Sydney Cricket Ground against Pakistan, where he bid adieu to the longer format of the game. As David Warner prepares for his farewell match, cricket fans worldwide will undoubtedly cherish the memories of his explosive batting, unmatched dedication, and invaluable contributions to Australian cricket in the 50-Over format. Read more: Bangladesh National Cricket Team’s Future Tour Program by ICC in 2024