David Warner hit a quickfire 39 and Steve Smith 22 Monday in their first appearance for Australia since a major ball-tampering scandal as the home team edged a second-string New Zealand by one wicket in a practice match. There were a few nervous moments but plenty of vintage David Warner stroke play in Brisbane today. FULL INNINGS HIGHLIGHTS HERE https://t.co/wRJpHFDSf9 pic.twitter.com/ZuwxKN83dJ — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) May 6, 2019They have now won nine one-dayers in a row, although this was an unofficial game and not counted as a full international. A few brief words from David Warner to Steve Smith after the left-hander was out for 39 at AB Field in Brisbane. pic.twitter.com/geHaFFlRi9 — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) May 6, 2019Warner hammered 39 off 43 balls before falling to leg-spinner Todd Astle attempting a reverse sweep.

Source: dna May 06, 2019 10:07 UTC