New Delhi: Former Australian cricketer David Warner landed in trouble for drunk driving in Sydney. The 39-year-old, who now captains Sydney Thunder and Karachi Kings, was reportedly caught with a blood alcohol level of 0.104, twice the legal limit, during a routine breath test. He is scheduled to appear in court on May 7, although reports say the case will not affect his participation in the Pakistan Super League.
Cricket NSW Answer, Future Effects
Cricket New South Wales (NSW) has acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and said it will support Warner pending the legal process.“Cricket NSW is a strong supporter of safe driving, including avoiding drink driving, and takes incidents of this nature very seriously,” chief executive Lee Germon was quoted as saying by AFP.“David is aware of the seriousness of these allegations. We will support him through the upcoming process.”
What happened and what Warner said
According to the police, the incident took place during random checking in Maroubra. Officers observed a vehicle stop at the checkpoint before approaching the driver. A roadside test came back positive, and Warner was taken to the police station where a second test confirmed the reading.“At around 5:30pm today (Sunday 5 April 2026), police were conducting a stationary random breath test on Malabar Road, Maroubra,” the police statement said. “A van was reportedly seen stopping near the checkpoint and park. Officers attached to the Traffic and Highway Patrol Command approached the vehicle and subjected the driver – a 39-year-old man – to a roadside test which came back positive.“He was arrested and taken to Maroubra Police Station where a second test reportedly returned a reading of 0.104.“The man was issued a Field Court Attendance Notice for driving with a medium distance PCA to appear at Downing Center Local Court on Thursday 7 May 2026.”Reports claim Warner told police he had three drinks before going home. Although Warner continues to play in the PSL, the case could affect his reputation and business if he is found guilty.
