David Warner, the renowned Australian opener, has expressed his deep affection for India, a country that has showered him with immense love and admiration. Warner, who won the IPL title with Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2016, has always been a fan favorite in India.
In a recent interview with Ashwin, Warner revealed that he has been overwhelmed by the love he has received in India. He said, “I get a lot of people asking me if I want a house here. One day, maybe when I finish my cricket, I would like to come here and spend some time.”
Warner’s popularity in India is such that he is often joked about owning a place in the country. However, he clarified that he does not currently have a house in India but has considered it in the past.
Warner also spoke about his controversial exit from Sunrisers Hyderabad, a team he led to the IPL title in 2016. He said that he was hurt by the way he was treated by the franchise, especially the fact that he was blocked on social media.
“It did (hurt) because it was a sense of hurt for fans. The fans are the most important relationship you could have,” Warner said. “Not sure why I was blocked. But, I did engage with a lot of fans on the social media side for SRH.”
Despite the acrimonious end to his time with Sunrisers Hyderabad, Warner remains grateful for the love and support he has received from Indian fans. He said, “I still got fans who come onto my page and talk to everyone. So it’s great.”
Warner’s love for India is evident in his frequent interactions with fans on social media and his willingness to embrace the country’s culture. He said, “I go to the malls with my girls and I embrace everything.”
Warner’s popularity in India is a testament to his charisma and his genuine love for the country. He is a true ambassador for the sport of cricket and a role model for aspiring cricketers around the world.
