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David Warner Appointed Australia Champions Captain For WCL Season 3

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Last Updated on Sep 08, 2026 05:09 PM

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David Warner Appointed Australia Champions Captain for WCL Season 3: The stage is set for the third season of the World Championship of Legends (WCL). To make this tournament featuring legendary former players even more thrilling, the Australia Champions franchise has announced major strategic changes. The biggest news for cricket fans is that former explosive Australian opener David Warner has been handed the team's captaincy, while legendary captain Ricky Ponting returns in a new role.

David Warner Named Australia Champions Captain for WCL Season 3

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Australia Champions have appointed David Warner as their new captain for the third season, aiming to entertain the audience and clinch the trophy. Known for his aggressive batting and excellent leadership, Warner will be seen leading a team in the WCL for the first time.

Expressing his delight at the appointment, Warner said, "It is incredibly exciting for me to captain the Australia Champions in WCL Season 3. Stepping onto the field again alongside legends of the game and entertaining the fans is a wonderful feeling."

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Ricky Ponting Joins Australia Champions As Co-Owner For WCL Season 3

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Ricky Ponting, who once dominated the world with his captaincy on the field, is now set to begin a new chapter. Ponting has been granted an ownership stake in the Australia Champions franchise. He has now joined the team's ownership group alongside current owner Puneet Singh.

Speaking on this new journey, Ponting said, "This is a fantastic opportunity to create something special for Australian cricket fans alongside Puneet and David."

Meanwhile, team owner Puneet Singh believes that Ponting joining the ownership group and Warner taking on the role of captain will bring immense experience, strength, and vision to the franchise.

WCL Season 3 Schedule and Key Highlights

The previous two seasons of the World Championship of Legends have been highly successful, but the third season is being touted as the biggest and grandest edition yet.

  • Tournament Start: October 3
  • Final Match: October 18
  • Key Highlights: Former international cricket legends back in action on the field and the thrill of classic rivalries.

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