Big Bash League’s Biggest Rivalry Ignites as David Warner Returns for Sydney Smash
Sydney Thunder have received a major boost ahead of tomorrow night’s Sydney Smash against the Sixers, with captain David Warner returning for their first home game of the season at ENGIE Stadium.
Warner replaces Ollie Davies, after the Thunder skipper was ruled out of the first match against the Hobart Hurricanes with injury.
Tom Andrews also returns to the squad, replacing Charlie Anderson, who was named as a Local Replacement Player for the season opener.
It’s set to be an electric atmosphere at ENGIE Stadium, with less than 1,000 tickets remaining. Fans can purchase final tickets here.
“We’re looking forward to seeing a sea of green supporting us at home,” Thunder Assistant Coach, Shawn Bradstreet said.
“It’s great to have Davey Warner back. He’s an inspirational leader who gets the best out of the group and the fact that he’s a world class player puts us in a good position to get our first win.”
Sydney Thunder squad v Sydney Sixers:
David Warner (31) (C)
Tom Andrews (54)
Cameron Bancroft (1)
Sam ?Billings (7)
Chris Green (93)
Matt Gilkes (22)
Ryan Hadley (34)
Shadab Khan (49)
Sam Konstas (5)
Nathan McAndrew (44)
Blake Nikitaras (29)
Daniel Sams (95)
Tanveer Sangha (17)
Reece Topley (24)
Head Coach: Trevor Bayliss
INS:
David Warner
Tom Andrews
OUTS:
Charlie Anderson (selection)
Ollie Davies (selection)
Fans can catch all the action live on Fox Cricket and Kayo from 7:15pm (AEDT).
Both Sydney Thunder and the Sydney Sixers will wear black armbands and observe a moment of silence to honour the victims of Sunday evening’s tragic Bondi incident.
Sydney Thunder BBL|15 Squad:
Wes Agar, Charlie Anderson, Tom Andrews, Cameron Bancroft, Sam Billings (ENG), Ollie Davies, Lockie Ferguson (NZ), Matthew Gilkes, Chris Green, Ryan Hadley, Shadab Khan (PAK), Sam Konstas, Nic Maddinson, Nathan McAndrew, Blake Nikitaras, Aidan O'Connor, Daniel Sams, Tanveer Sangha, Reece Topley (ENG), David Warner
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