Pakistan, Aug. 18 -- Former Australian Test cricketer David Warner has been convicted of drink-driving and fined A$1,500 by an Australian court. The court heard Warner's case after he admitted the offence last month. His lawyer, Owais Ahmed, asked the court to avoid recording a conviction. He argued that international media coverage could affect Warner's financial agreements and professional reputation.

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However, the court said it was important to send a clear message against drink-driving. The judge noted that such penalties can help discourage similar offences. The court also considered the likelihood of Warner committing another offence. Following the hearing, authorities order...