Khawaja Slams Ex-Cricketers, Media After Retirement: "Past Players Attacked Me"

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News18•02-01-2026, 07:19
Khawaja Slams Ex-Cricketers, Media After Retirement: "Past Players Attacked Me"
- •Usman Khawaja announced his retirement, stating he felt "different" due to his background and race within the Australian team.
- •He criticized former players and media for "attacking" him over back spasms during the Perth Test.
- •Khawaja believes the intense criticism he faced was influenced by his race, unlike other injured cricketers.
- •His final Test will be his 88th, starting Sunday, January 4, in Sydney, where he debuted in 2011.
Why It Matters: Khawaja retires, citing racial bias in criticism from ex-players and media.
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