Perth: David Warner's decision to cut down on his alcohol consumption during his wife Candice's pregnancy has paid handsome dividends, with the Australian opener notching up a stunning 253 in the ongoing second Test against New Zealand here on Saturday.


David and Candice Warner. Pic/Getty Images

The hosts have already taken a 1-0 lead in the series and have amassed a mammoth total of 559/9 declared in the 1st innings in the second Test of the three-match series.