David Warner was in top form on Sunday night as he scored a masterful half-century and shared a crucial 92-run stand with Mitchell Marsh to guide Australia to an 8-wicket victory against New Zealand in the final of the ICC T20 World Cup 2021. Warner was adjudged "Player of the Tournament" for his efforts as he ended the World Cup as the second highest scorer behind Pakistan captain Babar Azam, with 289 runs in 7 innings at a strike-rate of 146.70. Warner turned the clock back with his aggressive batting in the tournament as he laid strong foundations for the Aussies in crucial matches.
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Warner was adjudged "Player of the Tournament" for his efforts as he ended the World Cup as the second highest scorer behind Pakistan captain Babar Azam, with 289 runs in 7 innings at a strike-rate of 146.70.
David Warner in action in the final of ICC T20 World Cup 2021© AFP
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Warner was adjudged "Player of the Tournament" for his efforts
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Warner was unstoppable on Sunday as he hit four boundaries and three sixes in his 38-ball knock. His effortless stroke play also gave confidence to Mitchell Marsh, who stayed on the crease after Warner's dismissal to finish the job for his team.
Marsh stayed unbeaten on 77 off 50 balls to complete the job in a season that has seen him become the backbone of Australia's batting in T20 cricket.
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