David Warner is perhaps the best overseas batter to play in IPL. With 6555 runs in 181 matches, the Australian veteran holds the record for most runs by an overseas player in the tournament. With a remarkable average of 41.23, Warner has been one of the most consistent run-getters in IPL.
He has 4 centuries and 62 half-centuries. Warner’s highest score of 126 reflects his ability to dominate the opposition bowlers. Notably, Warner has struck 646 boundaries and 226 sixes, demonstrating his aggressive batting style. Moreover, he has maintained an impressive strike rate of 139.97, indicating his ability to score quickly and effectively.
| Full name | David Andrew Warner |
| Date of birth | October 27, 1986 |
| Nationality | Australian |
| IPL debut | 2009 |
| Team | Delhi Capitals |
| Role | Opener |
| Batting style | Left hand Bat |
| Bowling style | Legbreak |
| Auction price | 6.25 Cr |
| Last IPL season runs | 516 |
David Warner Statistics
Batting Stats
| Year | Mat | Runs | HS | Avg | SR | 100 | 50 | 4s | 6s |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 181 | 6555 | 126 | 41.23 | 139.97 | 4 | 62 | 662 | 236 |
| 2024 | 5 | 158 | 52 | 31.6 | 142.34 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 10 |
| 2023 | 14 | 516 | 86 | 36.86 | 131.63 | 0 | 6 | 69 | 10 |
| 2022 | 12 | 432 | 92* | 48 | 150.52 | 0 | 5 | 52 | 15 |
| 2021 | 8 | 195 | 57 | 24.37 | 107.73 | 0 | 2 | 15 | 6 |
| 2020 | 16 | 548 | 85* | 39.14 | 134.64 | 0 | 4 | 52 | 14 |
| 2019 | 12 | 692 | 100* | 69.2 | 143.86 | 1 | 8 | 57 | 21 |
| 2017 | 14 | 641 | 126 | 58.27 | 141.81 | 1 | 4 | 63 | 26 |
| 2016 | 17 | 848 | 93* | 60.57 | 151.42 | 0 | 9 | 88 | 31 |
| 2015 | 14 | 562 | 91 | 43.23 | 156.54 | 0 | 7 | 65 | 21 |
| 2014 | 14 | 528 | 90 | 48 | 140.8 | 0 | 6 | 39 | 24 |
| 2013 | 16 | 410 | 77 | 31.53 | 126.93 | 0 | 4 | 41 | 14 |
| 2012 | 8 | 256 | 109* | 36.57 | 164.1 | 1 | 1 | 28 | 14 |
| 2011 | 13 | 324 | 77 | 24.92 | 117.39 | 0 | 3 | 34 | 11 |
| 2010 | 11 | 282 | 107* | 28.2 | 147.64 | 1 | 1 | 27 | 14 |
| 2009 | 7 | 163 | 51 | 23.29 | 123.48 | 0 | 1 | 16 | 5 |
Bowling Stats
| Year | Mat | Wkts | Best | Avg | Econ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career | 181 | 0 | 0/2 | 12.00 | |
| 2024 | 5 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2023 | 14 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2022 | 12 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2021 | 8 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2020 | 16 | 0 | 0/2 | – | 12.00 |
| 2019 | 12 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2017 | 14 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2016 | 17 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2015 | 14 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2014 | 14 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2013 | 16 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2012 | 8 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2011 | 13 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2010 | 11 | 0 | – | – | – |
| 2009 | 7 | 0 | – | – | – |
David Warner IPL Auction Price
David Warner’s journey in the IPL auctions has been marked by his consistent performance and changing team affiliations. He started in 2014 with Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), joining them for 5.50 Cr. Warner remained with SRH for the next three seasons, maintaining his base price at 5.50 Cr.
In 2018, his auction details are unavailable. However, he made a significant return in 2019, rejoining SRH but at a higher price of 12.50 Cr. This trend continued in 2020 and 2021, with Warner retained by SRH for the same amount. However, in 2022 and 2023, there was a change as Warner moved to Delhi Capitals (DC) for 6.25 Cr each year, marking a new chapter in his IPL journey.
| Year | Price | Team |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 6.25 Cr | DC |
| 2023 | 6.25 Cr | DC |
| 2022 | 6.25 Cr | DC |
| 2021 | 12.50 Cr | SRH |
| 2020 | 12.50 Cr | SRH |
| 2019 | 12.50 Cr | SRH |
| 2018 | — | — |
| 2017 | 5.50 Cr | SRH |
| 2016 | 5.50 Cr | SRH |
| 2015 | 5.50 Cr | SRH |
| 2014 | 5.50 Cr | SRH |
