David Warner's Leadership Ban Lifted by CA

David Warner's lifetime ban from leadership roles in Australian cricket, imposed after the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, has been lifted by Cricket Australia. The decision was made by an independent three-member review panel, which deemed Warner met the necessary criteria, demonstrating remorse and a change in behavior. Warner, who was seen as the architect of the 'Sandpaper-gate' incident, had been banned from all leadership positions since the scandal. The lift of the ban allows him to potentially captain teams in the Big Bash League and undertake future coaching roles. Cricket Australia updated its code of conduct in 2022 to allow for the review of long-term sanctions, paving the way for Warner's application. The decision is aligned with Warner's efforts to continue contributing to cricket, especially in developing young cricketers and engaging with the community.