David Warner has admitted to being "lazy" during his innings on Boxing Day, with the retiring Australian opener reflecting amid his final Test at the MCG.
The 37-year-old is set to hang up the boots at the conclusion of the series against Pakistan, with the revolutionary opening batsman planning to bow out on his home turf in Sydney.
Warner was dropped early in Australia's innings on Tuesday, before ultimately being dismissed for 38, moments before the lunch break.
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Speaking to Fox Cricket during the rain delay in Melbourne, Warner praised the visitors and their bowling attack, while also giving a stark assessment of his own performance.
"It was quite challenging," he said.
"It was too full for me to play and I got a little bit lazy and threw the hands of it. I didn't expect it to spin and bounce as much as it did.
"When they put the ball in the right areas, it challenged our front-foot defence. It was quite tough and we [Warner and Usman Khawaja] spoke to each other about trying to get on with it.
"They didn't give us too much freebies, which in Perth I thought they did a little bit."
Warner's impending exit from the Test arena after a glittering career has split the cricketing world, with Mitchell Johnson one man who questioned the merit of his selection for the series.
But according to the man they call 'The Bull', his ambitions are to give back to his teammates and the fans while he can.
"I think in time, you sit back and reflect on your career – but for me, it's about staying in the moment … that's how I've always played the game," Warner said.
"For me to come out here and understand it's my last one, it is a little bit teary, but I'm happy that I've made the right decision.
"Most importantly is your teammates and in the changerooms.
"It's an amazing bond that we have together. I think this team in the past three or four years has been amazing as a team unit.
"The other thing is the supporters. That's why I have always tried to play the way I have, to entertain and put bums on seats.
"I think what's important is giving back and making sure the fans are getting what they paid for."
After a lengthy delay, Australia resumed with Steve Smith and Marnus Labuschagne at the crease.
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