<p>Australian cricketer David Warner's wife Candice Warner has lashed out at her husband's critics after he was targeted following his Test retirement announcement. Candice said she a 'little list' of people who had wronged her husband.&nbsp;</p>

<p>When Warner announced his Test retirement last year, former Australian player Mitchell Johnson launched a scathing attack on the opener.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>

<p>Without naming Johnson, Candice said: "There was always that level of someone wanting him to fail. David didn't care so much about what was written about him, but I did and I still do because I'm so protective of him."</p>

<p>"I've got a little list of all the people who have said some really horrible things and there have been times where I can't bite my tongue. It was just a massive pile-on because it was easy and you could get a headline," she added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/mitchell-johnson-takes-dig-at-david-warners-retirement-plans-calls-as-if-he-was-bigger-than-the-game-665669"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Australia legend takes dig at David Warner's retirement plans, says 'as if he was bigger than the game'</strong></a></p>

<h2><strong>What did Johnson say?</strong></h2>

<p>Writing for <em>The West Australian</em>, Johnson questioned why David Warner was getting to choose his farewell series after his involvement in the infamous Sandpaper Gate (during the South Africa series in 2018).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"It's been five years and David Warner has still never really owned the ball-tampering scandal.&nbsp;Now the way he is going out is underpinned by more of the same arrogance and disrespect to our country," Johnson wrote.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"As we prepare for David Warner's farewell series, can somebody please tell me why? Why a struggling Test opener gets to nominate his own retirement date. And why a player at the centre of one of the biggest scandals in Australian cricket history warrants a hero's send-off?” added Johnson.</p>

<p>Quizzed later what prompted him to write such comments about his former teammate, Johnson revealed he had concerns about the conflict of interest in deciding Warner’s future involving chief selector George Bailey.</p>

<p><a href="Mitchell Johnson hits out at Cricket Australia for awards invite after speaking-event snub"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Mitchell Johnson hits out at Cricket Australia for awards invite after speaking-event snub</strong></a></p>

<p>Although Warner restrained himself from reverting to Johnson publically, his incredible hundred in the first innings (164 against Pakistan) in Perth answered most questions. He signed off his from his Test career by smashing another half-century and walked out on his own terms.</p>

<p>The Australian opener is expected retire from the international circuit following the culmination of the T20 World Cup later this year.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Australian cricketer David Warner's wife Candice Warner has lashed out at her husband's critics after he was targeted following his Test retirement announcement.

Australian cricketer David Warner's wife Candice Warner has lashed out at her husband's critics after he was targeted following his Test retirement announcement. Candice said she a 'little list' of people who had wronged her husband. When Warner announced his Test retirement last year, former Australian player Mitchell Johnson launched a scathing attack on the opener. Without naming Johnson, Candice said: "There was always that level of someone wanting him to fail. David didn't care so much about what was written about him, but I did and I still do because I'm so protective of him." "I've got a little list of all the people who have said some really horrible things and there have been times where I can't bite my tongue. It was just a massive pile-on because it was easy and you could get a headline," she added. Also read | Australia legend takes dig at David Warner's retirement plans, says 'as if he was bigger than the game' What did Johnson say? Writing for The West Australian, Johnson questioned why David Warner was getting to choose his farewell series after his involvement in the infamous Sandpaper Gate (during the South Africa series in 2018). "It's been five years and David Warner has still never really owned the ball-tampering scandal. Now the way he is going out is underpinned by more of the same arrogance and disrespect to our country," Johnson wrote. "As we prepare for David Warner's farewell series, can somebody please tell me why? Why a struggling Test opener gets to nominate his own retirement date. And why a player at the centre of one of the biggest scandals in Australian cricket history warrants a hero's send-off?” added Johnson. Quizzed later what prompted him to write such comments about his former teammate, Johnson revealed he had concerns about the conflict of interest in deciding Warner’s future involving chief selector George Bailey. Also read | Mitchell Johnson hits out at Cricket Australia for awards invite after speaking-event snub Although Warner restrained himself from reverting to Johnson publically, his incredible hundred in the first innings (164 against Pakistan) in Perth answered most questions. He signed off his from his Test career by smashing another half-century and walked out on his own terms. The Australian opener is expected retire from the international circuit following the culmination of the T20 World Cup later this year. (With inputs from agencies)

‘I’ve a little list’: Candice Warner lashes out at husband David Warner’s critics

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<p>Australia's star batter David Warner's wife Candice Warner has a perfect message for all the doubters, who questioned his inclusion in the squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021. A group of fans and some critics had raised concerns over the 35-year-old swashbuckling batter's age and performance when the player was included in the squad for the showpiece event.&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>IN PICS |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-india-vs-pakistan-clash-to-blm-row-standout-moments-of-t20-world-cup-2021-429332">From India vs Pakistan clash to BLM row: Standout moments of T20 World Cup 2021</a></strong></p>

<p>However, Warner replied with his bat and emerged as the second-highest run-scorer in the T20 World Cup 2021 with 289 runs, behind Pakistan's Babar Azam, who topped the list with 303 runs.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Warner was a vital cog in Australia's winning campaign, as Aaron Finch-led team clinched their maiden T20 World Cup title after defeating New Zealand in the final on Sunday (November 14) at the Dubai International Stadium.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Candice congratulated the entire team for winning their maiden T20 WC title and in another post, sending her greeting to her husband, she wrote "Out of form, too old and slow! congratulations @davidwarner31".</p>

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<p>After winning the Player of The Tournament award, Warner said, "Always felt really well. Didn't get much time in the middle in the two practice matches obviously. But for me, it was about going back to basics. Going too hard, synthetic wickets and try to hit some balls."</p>

<p>He added, "These guys are a great bunch of guys. Great support staff, great team, great support back home. Just wanted to put on a great spectacle for everyone."</p>

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<p>Former skipper Steve Smith also praised Warner as he said that a lot of people were writing him off but Warner's last two weeks have been "amazing". "He came in with exceptional intent and took the game away at the start," said Smith.&nbsp;</p>

<p>During the match, New Zealand batted first after losing the toss and posted a competitive total of 172 with skipper Kane Williamson leading from the front as he scored 85 runs off 48 balls.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In reply, Mitchell Marsh hit an unbeaten 77 and was part of a 92-run second-wicket stand with David Warner, who made 53. Australian team chased it down with seven balls to spare, with Glenn Maxwell hitting the winning boundary. Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood returned figures of 3-16.&nbsp;</p>


Australia's star batter David Warner's wife Candice Warner has a perfect message for all the doubters, who questioned his inclusion in the squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021.

Australia's star batter David Warner's wife Candice Warner has a perfect message for all the doubters, who questioned his inclusion in the squad for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2021. A group of fans and some critics had raised concerns over the 35-year-old swashbuckling batter's age and performance when the player was included in the squad for the showpiece event. IN PICS | From India vs Pakistan clash to BLM row: Standout moments of T20 World Cup 2021 However, Warner replied with his bat and emerged as the second-highest run-scorer in the T20 World Cup 2021 with 289 runs, behind Pakistan's Babar Azam, who topped the list with 303 runs. Warner was a vital cog in Australia's winning campaign, as Aaron Finch-led team clinched their maiden T20 World Cup title after defeating New Zealand in the final on Sunday (November 14) at the Dubai International Stadium. Candice congratulated the entire team for winning their maiden T20 WC title and in another post, sending her greeting to her husband, she wrote "Out of form, too old and slow! congratulations @davidwarner31". See the post here: Congratulations Australia, T20 World Cup Champions. pic.twitter.com/nPShCDcIYs — Candice Warner (@CandiceWarner31) November 14, 2021 × Out of form, too old and slow! 😳🤣 congratulations @davidwarner31 pic.twitter.com/Ljf25miQiM — Candice Warner (@CandiceWarner31) November 14, 2021 × After winning the Player of The Tournament award, Warner said, "Always felt really well. Didn't get much time in the middle in the two practice matches obviously. But for me, it was about going back to basics. Going too hard, synthetic wickets and try to hit some balls." He added, "These guys are a great bunch of guys. Great support staff, great team, great support back home. Just wanted to put on a great spectacle for everyone." David Warner is named Player of the Tournament for his 289 runs! #T20WorldCup pic.twitter.com/moFerJB0hQ — cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) November 14, 2021 × Former skipper Steve Smith also praised Warner as he said that a lot of people were writing him off but Warner's last two weeks have been "amazing". "He came in with exceptional intent and took the game away at the start," said Smith. During the match, New Zealand batted first after losing the toss and posted a competitive total of 172 with skipper Kane Williamson leading from the front as he scored 85 runs off 48 balls. In reply, Mitchell Marsh hit an unbeaten 77 and was part of a 92-run second-wicket stand with David Warner, who made 53. Australian team chased it down with seven balls to spare, with Glenn Maxwell hitting the winning boundary. Australia fast bowler Josh Hazlewood returned figures of 3-16.

Player of The Tournament David Warner's wife Candice sends message to doubters after Australia win T20 WC 2021

<p>Disgraced Australia former vice-captain <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/apologetic-warner-resigned-to-never-playing-for-australia-again-127441">David Warner</a>'s wife Candice said Sunday she blamed herself for his part in the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/topic/ball%20tampering">ball-tampering scandal</a>, adding that the taunts they faced in South Africa took a huge toll.</p>

<p>Opening batsman Warner was banned for one year from domestic and international cricket over the plot to change the condition of the ball on the third day of the third Test against South Africa eight days ago.</p>

<p>In a tearful press conference in Sydney Saturday, the 31-year-old spoke of his fear that he would never get to represent Australia again as his wife watched on.</p>

<p>"I feel like it's all my fault and it's killing me -- it's absolutely killing me," Candice Warner told Sydney's Sunday Telegraph.</p>

<p>The Test series was already fractious before the <a href="http://www.wionews.com/topic/ball%20tampering">ball-tampering affair</a>, with a row between <a href="http://www.wionews.com/sports/apologetic-warner-resigned-to-never-playing-for-australia-again-127441">David Warner</a> and Quinton de Kock during the first Test which the Australian said was sparked when the South African insulted his wife.</p>

<p>Two senior Cricket South Africa officials were also photographed with three spectators wearing All Black rugby player Sonny Bill Williams face masks during the second Test in reference to a reported intimate encounter Candice Warner had with him in 2007 before she met Warner.</p>

<p>Candice Warner said she was not making excuses for her husband's behaviour over the scandal but added that he was "protecting me as much as he could and protecting the girls (their children)".</p>

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<p>"But Dave would come home from the game and see me in tears in the bedroom, and the girls just looking at their mum, it's been heartbreaking," she said.</p>

<p>"When we were in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, Dave would come home and, yes, I always put on a strong front and I turn out to the games.</p>

<p>"But seeing them wearing the masks, to have people staring and pointing and laughing at me, to have the signs, to have, you know, the songs made up about me, I would have to sit there and cop that."</p>

<p>Candice Warner also called for sympathy and patience from Australian fans,&nbspsaying the batsman was struggling to cope with the fallout.</p>

<p>Warner evaded questions during the press conference about whether the ball-tampering plan was his idea, whether it was the first time, who else was aware of it and whether he had been made a scapegoat.</p>

<p>He has appeared isolated after being charged by Cricket Australia with developing the plot and telling Cameron Bancroft -- who was suspended for nine months -- to carry it out.</p>

<p>"I'm sure there were things he wanted to say but he just couldn't get it out. He is hurting. He is seriously, seriously struggling and he's not in a great headspace," she said.</p>

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Candice Warner blamed herself for her husband's part in the ball-tampering scandal

Disgraced Australia former vice-captain David Warner's wife Candice said Sunday she blamed herself for his part in the ball-tampering scandal, adding that the taunts they faced in South Africa took a huge toll. Opening batsman Warner was banned for one year from domestic and international cricket over the plot to change the condition of the ball on the third day of the third Test against South Africa eight days ago. In a tearful press conference in Sydney Saturday, the 31-year-old spoke of his fear that he would never get to represent Australia again as his wife watched on. "I feel like it's all my fault and it's killing me -- it's absolutely killing me," Candice Warner told Sydney's Sunday Telegraph. The Test series was already fractious before the ball-tampering affair, with a row between David Warner and Quinton de Kock during the first Test which the Australian said was sparked when the South African insulted his wife. Two senior Cricket South Africa officials were also photographed with three spectators wearing All Black rugby player Sonny Bill Williams face masks during the second Test in reference to a reported intimate encounter Candice Warner had with him in 2007 before she met Warner. Candice Warner said she was not making excuses for her husband's behaviour over the scandal but added that he was "protecting me as much as he could and protecting the girls (their children)". Watch the video here: × "But Dave would come home from the game and see me in tears in the bedroom, and the girls just looking at their mum, it's been heartbreaking," she said. "When we were in Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, Dave would come home and, yes, I always put on a strong front and I turn out to the games. "But seeing them wearing the masks, to have people staring and pointing and laughing at me, to have the signs, to have, you know, the songs made up about me, I would have to sit there and cop that." Candice Warner also called for sympathy and patience from Australian fans,&nbspsaying the batsman was struggling to cope with the fallout. Warner evaded questions during the press conference about whether the ball-tampering plan was his idea, whether it was the first time, who else was aware of it and whether he had been made a scapegoat. He has appeared isolated after being charged by Cricket Australia with developing the plot and telling Cameron Bancroft -- who was suspended for nine months -- to carry it out. "I'm sure there were things he wanted to say but he just couldn't get it out. He is hurting. He is seriously, seriously struggling and he's not in a great headspace," she said.

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