Warner shushes the critics with 164 against Pakistan A second Test century since January 2020 has relieved the pressure on under-fire opener David Warner in the series-opening match against Pakistan in Perth. AAP · Dec 14, 2023
Australia cricketer Khawaja will ‘fight’ to wear Palestine solidarity shoes Khawaja says he will fight the ICC’s ruling that stops him from wearing shoes with messages of support for Palestine. Al Jazeera · Dec 13, 2023
Usman Khawaja explains appeal after ICC ban message written on boots for Australia vs Pakistan Test Khawaja wore boots with the messages ‘Freedom is a human right’ and ‘All lives are equal’ in the colours of the Palestinian flag ahead of the first Test in Perth The Independent UK · Dec 13, 2023
Watch: 'Is freedom not for everyone?' - Usman Khawaja to challenge ban on Gaza message shoes NEW DELHI: Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has pledged to contest a ban preventing him from wearing shoes during a match that draws attention to the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The 36-year-old opening batsman adorned his footwear with hand-written slogans, including "Freedom is a human right" and "All lives are equal,"… The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023
Gaza support | Cricket Australia expects Usman Khawaja to abide by rules CA backs Khawaja's right to express support for Gaza, but expects him to follow ICC rules. Sports Minister Anika Wells supports Khawaja's peaceful expression of individual opinion. The Hindu · Dec 13, 2023
Nathan Lyon returns to Australia's playing XI for first Test against Pakistan NEW DELHI: Australia have unveiled their playing XI for the opening match of the ICC World Test Championship series against Pakistan, with Pat Cummins leading the team in their first international encounter of the summer. The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023
'He doesn't want to make a fuss...': Cummins after Khawaja opts against wearing Gaza messages on shoes NEW DELHI: Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has decided not to wear shoes adorned with messages highlighting the situation in Gaza during the first Test against Pakistan, according to captain Pat Cummins. The Times of India · Dec 13, 2023
Khawaja vows to fight for those without a voice Australia opener Usman Khawaja won't be wearing shoes bearing the words 'all lives are equal' when the first Test against Pakistan begins on Thursday. AAP · Dec 13, 2023
Quiet lead-up to Pakistan series is a strange contrast to Australia’s epic year If Pakistan can buck history to offer more competition then these Tests could earn their place among the peak moments of 2023 The Guardian - AU · Dec 12, 2023
Visions of Anwar inspire Khawaja before Pakistan Tests Australia opener Usman Khawaja reveals why former Pakistan opener Saeed Anwar is one of his heroes and the reason why he keeps playing Test cricket at age 36. AAP · Dec 7, 2023
Munro knock shoots Heat past Stars in BBL opener Colin Munro's 61-ball 99no has helped the Brisbane Heat to their biggest BBL win by 103 runs in the season opener against Melbourne Stars at the Gabba. AAP · Dec 7, 2023
Usman Khawaja has his say on David Warner's replacement NEW DELHI: Australian opener Usman Khawaja has advised the national selectors to consider class rather than form when selecting his next opening partner, following David Warner's departure from the longest format the following month. The Times of India · Dec 6, 2023
Khawaja disagrees with Johnson, says Warner and Smith are heroes Former Australia left-arm pacer Mitchell Johnson’s criticism of David Warner hasn’t gone down well with batter Usman Khawaja The Hindu · Dec 4, 2023
Usman Khawaja defends 'hero' David Warner after Mitchell Johnson blasts Australia send-off plan Mitchell Johnson has questioned David Warner's planned farewell in light of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal Evening Standard · Dec 4, 2023
The Independent UK · Dec 4, 2023 Mitchell Johnson launches savage attack on David Warner’s ‘hero’s send-off’ Warner is set to conclude his Test career at the end of Australia’s upcoming series against Pakistan
The Times of India · Dec 4, 2023 Usman Khawaja defends David Warner, calls him a hero despite Mitchell Johnson's criticism NEW DELHI: Australia's batsman Usman Khawaja has strongly defended David Warner in response to former teammate Mitchell Johnson's recent criticism.
AAP · Dec 4, 2023 Don't send Qld Cricket broke: Khawaja's plea to state Brisbane Heat captain Usman Khawaja says the Queensland government must recompense Queensland Cricket for the relocation losses incurred by Gabba rebuild.
AAP · Dec 4, 2023 Khawaja lauds Test opening partner Warner as a 'hero' Usman Khawaja has fired back at criticism of David Warner, saying his teammate is a hero of Australian cricket who has paid a price for Sandpaper-gate
The Times of India · Dec 3, 2023 Australia vs Pakistan: David Warner is in our best 11 players to win the first Test, says CA's chief selector George Bailey Following a harsh critique from former Australian fast bowler Mitchell Johnson regarding David Warner's inclusion in the upcoming Test against Pakistan starting on December 14, chief selector George Bailey has defended the left-handed opener, asserting that Warner remains the top choice to partner with Usman Khawaja as the opening pair.
AAP · Dec 3, 2023 Lyon to return from injury for Tests against Pakistan Veteran spinner Nathan Lyon is back from the calf injury that derailed Australia's Ashes campaign for the start of the home Test summer against Pakistan.
AAP · Dec 1, 2023 Batting practice cut short as Bulls-WA agree on draw Marnus Labuschagne has been dismissed for 24 as Queensland's rain-affected Sheffield Shield clash with Western Australia ended in a draw.
AAP · Nov 29, 2023 Runs flow for Khawaja despite Richardson Test reminder Bulls captain and Test opener Usman Khawaja has made light of tricky Gabba conditions and an on-song Jhye Richardson to notch an unbeaten Shield century.
AAP · Nov 24, 2023 CA free up Labuschagne, Khawaja to start BBL with Heat Brisbane have been told they will have Marnus Labuschagne and Usman Khawaja available for the start of their Big Bash League season.
AAP · Nov 19, 2023 Boland, Sutherland star as Vics beat Bulls in Shield Will Sutherland has overcome the disappointment of a costly dropped catch to inspire Victoria to a 113-run Sheffield Shield win over Queensland.
AAP · Nov 17, 2023 Khawaja falls late as Victoria put clamps on Queensland Test paceman Scott Boland snared the prized scalp of Usman Khawaja to put Victoria in the box seat against Queensland in the Sheffield Shield.