David Warner is one player who will receive a big interest at the upcoming auctions. The Aussie, who has scored 5449 runs in 150 games, has also won IPL as a captain. He was the Player of the Tournament in the recent 2021 T20 World Cup. Hence, a few teams will be itching to have him in their squad. In this article, we take a look at four teams that could target Australia’s David Warner in IPL 2022 Mega-Auctions.
1) Punjab Kings
Punjab Kings is one of the teams that could target Australia’s David Warner in IPL 2022 Mega-Auctions. The Anil Kumble-coached franchise has retained Mayank Agarwal as the sole capped player before the bidding event. Although Mayank is a decent captaincy choice, PBKS might prefer an established player to don the role. Warner is best suited and moreover, he would strike a blockbuster opening partnership with Mayank. Aussie captains have done well for Punjab in the past and this might also be a motivating factor.
2) Delhi Capitals
Delhi Capitals will be on the lookout for an experienced opening partner for Prithvi Shaw. While Shikhar Dhawan will be their first choice, they could also think about hiring Warner. Ricky Ponting believes in Aussie talent and could go hard for him. Also, bringing in Warner would help Rishabh Pant in the leadership role.
3) Royal Challengers Bangalore
RCB is in need of a skipper and they will look for an established name to lead them. Warner is a suitable player to handle the position. He also enjoys a good relationship with the likes of Virat Kohli and Glenn Maxwell. Moreover, if IPL resumes the home and away format in the future, Warner will be a big hit at the Chinnaswamy Stadium.
4) Lucknow Super Giants
Lucknow Super Giants is also one of the teams that could target Australia’s David Warner in IPL 2022 Mega-Auctions. KL Rahul will need experienced players around him to help him on the job. Hiring the Aussie talisman could free him up at the top while also, his captaincy duties could become a lot easier with Warner on the field. If LSG does get hold of Warner, the opening combination of Rahul and Warner will be the best in the competition.
