'Take this very seriously': Australian cricket board breaks silence on David Warner's drink-driving case

NEW DELHI: Former Australia cricketer David Warner has landed in trouble after being charged with drink driving in Sydney. The 39-year-old, who now captains Sydney Thunder and Karachi Kings, was allegedly caught during a routine breath test with a blood alcohol level of 0.104, more than double the legal limit.

He is due to appear in court on May 7, though reports say the case will not affect his participation in the Pakistan Super League.

Cricket NSW responds, future impact

Cricket New South Wales (NSW) has acknowledged the seriousness of the situation and said it will support Warner while the legal process unfolds.

"Cricket NSW is a strong advocate of safe driving, including avoiding drink-driving, and takes incidents of this nature very seriously," chief executive Lee Germon said, as quoted 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 police, the incident took place during a random check in Maroubra. Officers noticed a vehicle stopping short of the testing site before approaching the driver.

A roadside test returned a positive result, and Warner was taken to the police station where a second test confirmed the reading.

“About 5:30pm today (Sunday 5 April 2026), police were conducting stationary random breath testing on Malabar Road, Maroubra,” the police statement read.

“A van was seen to allegedly stop short of the testing site and park. Officers attached to Traffic and Highway Patrol Command approached the vehicle and subjected the driver – a 39-year-old man – to roadside testing which returned a positive result.

"He was arrested and taken to Maroubra Police Station where a second test allegedly returned a reading of 0.104.

“The man was issued with a Field Court Attendance Notice for drive with middle-range PCA to appear before the Downing Centre Local Court on Thursday 7 May 2026.”

Reports claim Warner told police he had consumed three glasses of wine before driving home. While Warner continues to play in the PSL, the case could affect his reputation and commercial ties if he is found guilty.