Australia ball-tampering scandal: David Warner breaks down at press conference

David Warner said he realised he may never play for his country again as he tearfully apologised over a ball-tampering scandal which has had deep repercussions for Australian cricket.

Warner and captain Steve Smith were banned for 12 months while young batsman Cameron Bancroft received 9 months after an investigation into the Australian cricket team's cheating scandal identified Warner as the instigator of the ball tampering plan that unraveled in South Africa. | AP 

Former Australian cricket vice captain David Warner kisses his wife Candice before a press conference in Sydney. | AP

Former Australian cricket vice captain David Warner arrives to a press conference accompanied by his wife Candice in Sydney. | AP

Former Australian cricket vice captain David Warner arrives to a press conference accompanied by his wife Candice in Sydney. | AP

Former Australian cricket vice captain David Warner said he was deeply sorry and promised to do everything he can to earn back the respect of the Australian public. | AP

David Warner, who has played 74 Tests since his debut in 2011, has been described as the Australia's 'attack dog'. | AP

Former Australian cricket vice captain David Warner breaks down as he talks to the media in Sydney. | AP

Along with Steve Smith, David Warner has also been ejected from this year's Indian Premier League, losing contracts worth nearly US$2 million each. | AP