Six years after Sandpapergate, Warner is back as captain of a cricket team [Video]

David Warner has been confirmed as Sydney Thunder captain for the upcoming Big Bash season, six years after receiving a lifetime leadership ban for his role in the 2018 ball-tampering saga.

The board of Cricket NSW has ratified Warner’s appointment as Thunder skipper, which sees the 38-year-old replace Chris Green ahead of the tournament starting on December 15.

Last month, Cricket Australia lifted Warner’s lifetime leadership ban, paving the way for the opener to lead the Thunder.

“Captaining the Thunder again this season means a lot to me,” Warner said in a statement released by the club. “I was part of the team from the start, and now to be back with that ‘C’ next to my name feels fantastic. I’m looking forward to leading from the front and sharing my experience with the young talent coming through.

“Leadership off the field is just as …