David Warner was spotted on the telecast attempting a crossword from The Sun puzzle book prompting former skipper Ricky Ponting to mercilessly roast the Aussie opener.
The Lord’s pavilion is a picturesque spot for batting sides to watch their teammates pile on runs.
But it is also a place where everything is on display – and fodder for the commentators – as David Warner found out in yesterday’s first session.
Warner was spotted grappling with The UK Sun’s crossword book while watching The Ashes.
The vision captured by the broadcasters prompted Ricky Ponting to doubt Warner’s ability to complete the puzzle book.
Ponting said: “I was trying to get a close-up to see if it was a kids’ one or not.
“But it is The Sun crossword.”
Nasser Hussain then said: “You know Davy Warner quite well, how do you think he will be getting on there?
“Alex Carey is there, maybe he can help.”
To which Ponting replied: “I think Carey will love a bit of that, Davy hand the pen over!”
And fans also wanted to poke some fun at Warner’s expense on social media.
Warner’s crossword time was cut short as England rattled through the Australian tailenders before lunch.
Australia are currently leading the series 1-0.