NEW DELHI: In a heartfelt plea, Australian cricket stalwart David Warner has appealed for the return of his baggy green cap, which went missing on a flight from Melbourne to Sydney ahead of his final Test match against Pakistan this week.
The 37-year-old opener, set to conclude his illustrious 12-year Test career in the upcoming third Test against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground, took to Instagram to share his distress about the missing bag.
Warner expressed the sentimental value of the bag, particularly containing his cherished Baggy Green cap, which is traditionally presented to Australian internationals on the morning of their Test debut. The Baggy Green holds immense significance for players, symbolizing pride and dedication throughout their Test careers.
"This is my last resort, but my backpack, which contained my Baggy Green, has been taken from my luggage, which was transported to Melbourne airport and flown... to Sydney a few days ago," Warner revealed in his Instagram post.
Appealing to the individual responsible, Warner added, "It's something that I would love to have back, in my hands, walking out there come this week. If it's the backpack that you really wanted, I have a spare one here. You won't get into trouble, just get in touch with Cricket Australia or me. I'm happy to give this to you if you return my Baggy Green."
Warner's emotional plea reflects the deep connection players have with their Baggy Green caps, often passed down by former players, and worn proudly despite its gradual wear and tear over the course of their careers.
The Baggy Green cap of cricketing legend Shane Warne fetched a remarkable A$1,007,500 ($686,913.50) at an auction in January 2020, underlining the historic and monetary value associated with these iconic cricketing symbols.
(With inputs from Reuters)
