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Warner is playing his 112th and final Test in his hometown of Sydney
Australia opener David Warner says he is “delighted and relieved” to be reunited with his “baggy green” cap for his final Test.
Warner, 37, said on Tuesday the cap was stolen from his luggage as he traveled to Sydney for the game.
The third Test against Pakistan is still three days away, after which Warner will opt out of the format.
“Every cricketer knows how special his cap is and I will cherish it for the rest of my life,” Warner said.
“The last few days have been a weight off my shoulders.”
The 'Baggy Green' is awarded to an Australian player on his Test debut and has become an iconic symbol of the team.
In 2020, Australian legend Shane Warne sold his cap for one million Australian dollars (£528,514) to raise money for the bushfire appeal.
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David Warner took this photoshoot with his 'Baggy Green' and Ashes urn after Australia's 5-0 win over England in the 2013/14 season
Warner pleaded for his return on social media, saying: “If it's the backpack you really wanted, I have a spare backpack here, then you won't get in trouble.”
In another video following his return, Warner added: “I'm delighted and relieved to have my Baggy back in my hands.”
“I am very grateful to everyone involved in the localization – the Qantas team, the freight company, the hotel and our own team management.”
“I really appreciate it, so thank you everyone.”
Warner was out on 34 on the second day in what was probably his penultimate Test innings.
Australia will continue on the third day at 116-2, replying to Pakistan's 313.
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