Four Pakistani-origin cricketers likely to be picked for the United States team have been denied Indian visas, threatening their T20 World Cup 2026 participation starting February 7.
Usman Khawaja has accused Australian media and former players of discriminatory treatment due to his race and Muslim background, saying he was attacked for five days straight during a back injury controversy.
Pat Cummins returns for the third Ashes Test as Australia omit fit-again Usman Khawaja, opting to stick with Travis Head and Jake Weatherald as openers.
Usman Khawaja insists he is fully fit and ready for the third Ashes Test in Adelaide, staying calm over selection doubts after back spasms and strong returns from new openers.
Usman Khawaja was barred from opening at Perth due to an ICC rule requiring players off the field for over eight minutes to serve equal penalty time. Jake Weatherald debuted in his place—and lasted two balls.
