Veteran Australian opener David Warner had a lighthearted yet unexpected moment during the Big Bash League (BBL) 2024-25 match between Hobart Hurricanes and Sydney Thunder at the Bellerive Oval, Hobart, on Thursday. While attempting a shot, Warner’s bat broke, and the momentum caused the bat handle to hit him on the head. The incident occurred on the first ball of the fourth over of Sydney Thunder’s innings, with Hobart Hurricanes pacer Riley Meredith delivering a full-length ball. Warner mistimed the shot towards mid-off, resulting in the unusual accident. Fortunately, Warner escaped uninjured and continued playing.
David Warner’s bat broke and he’s hit himself in the head with it 🤣#BBL14 pic.twitter.com/6g4lp47CSu
— KFC Big Bash League (@BBL) January 10, 2025
This amusing moment quickly became a talking point on social media, with fans and commentators sharing laughs. The official KFC Big Bash League account posted a clip of the incident, captioning it, “David Warner’s bat broke, and he hit himself on the head with it 🤣.” The post has since gone viral, highlighting the lighter side of cricket.
On a related note, David Warner has made headlines recently for registering in the PSL 2025 draft. After being overlooked in the IPL 2025 auction, Warner has now set his sights on participating in the Pakistan Super League, adding another exciting chapter to his career.
Warner’s resilience and sense of humor in handling such incidents continue to endear him to cricket fans worldwide. Moments like these remind us of the unpredictability and entertainment the sport brings.