Australian cricketer David Warner has recovered his cherished baggy greens, which were stolen from his luggage during a flight to Sydney for the third Test against Pakistan.

Warner, a 37-year-old player set to retire soon, expressed being “pleased and relieved” upon rediscovering his Test cap. The baggy greens hold immense value for Australian cricketers, with a tradition of wearing them throughout their careers, symbolizing a connection even if they become worn. In an Instagram video, Warner emphasized the significance of a cricketer’s cap, stating he would treasure it for a lifetime, providing relief as he approaches the final days of his Test cricket career.

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The ongoing third Test in Sydney marks Warner’s farewell to Test cricket. Renowned as one of Australia’s greatest opening batsmen, he has amassed 8,729 Test runs since his debut in 2011, boasting an average of 44.53, and achieving 26 centuries.

Warner’s bag, containing the precious Test cap, went missing during the team’s flight from Melbourne to Sydney. Despite days of searching and a heartfelt plea from the cricketer, the missing baggy greens were eventually located at the team hotel in Sydney. Cricket Australia issued a statement confirming the recovery, mentioning that the bag, along with its contents, was found, though the movements of the missing bag remain unknown despite extensive searches, CCTV footage reviews, and collaborative efforts since Tuesday.