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Usman Khawaja's back spasms in the Ashes opener forced a batting order reshuffle, preventing him from opening Australia's first innings due to ICC rules. Despite Cricket Australia dismissing links to pre-match golf, the incident sparked debate about player preparation. Khawaja ultimately did not bat in the second innings as Australia secured victory.

Cameron Green's all-round potential is under scrutiny as Australia's coach Andrew McDonald emphasizes balancing IPL and national team expectations. Despite a back niggle, Green's fitness won't hinder his consideration for all formats, with selectors eyeing him for the vacant No. 5 Test position.

Ahead of the World Test Championship final against South Africa, veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja addressed his retirement plans, stressing that he isn't actively thinking about it. The 38-year-old, who leads Australia with 1,422 runs in the current WTC cycle, stated that he isn't worried about who will open the game with him.

After the cheap dismissals of Indian openers KL Rahul (2) and Murali Vijay (11), Virat Kohli walked into a huge roar from the crowd, but a stunning catch by Usman Khawaja at a Pat Cummins delivery saw him back in the pavilion after three runs. Kohli was guilty of playing away from his body, going for a drive but got an edge. India never won a Test series in Australia.

Usman Khawaja said he is ready to bat anywhere for Australia if selected for the upcoming Ashes series against England.

Australia's Usman Khawaja had a disappointing first IPL season with Rising Pune Supergiant in 2016 as he scored 127 runs in six innings.

Australia's Ashes campaign began unusually as Usman Khawaja was prevented from opening due to not meeting on-field time requirements. Despite this setback, Smith and Labuschagne weathered England's persistent bowling attack momentarily before the hosts suffered a collapse. The match remains precariously poised, with both teams heading into the second day with everything to play for, promising an exciting continuation.

Batsman Usman Khawaja has been recalled to Australia's Test squad for the Ashes and will duel with Travis Head for the middle order spot vacated by Matthew Wade.

Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting on Wednesday said he is elated with Usman Khawaja's selection in the team squad for the first two Ashes Tests.

Australia cricketer Usman Khawaja and his wife Rachel Khawaja have been blessed with a baby girl, the batsman announced on Friday.

Australia's opening batsman, Usman Khawaja, has been cleared to return to training and play in the second Test against the West Indies in Brisbane. Khawaja retired injured in the final overs of the first Test after being struck on the helmet by West Indies' Shamar Joseph. The team confirmed his clearance and announced that he will train at the Gabba tomorrow.

Former England skipper Michael Vaughan praised batter Usman Khawaja for his remarkable century as Australia declared their innings at 265/6 with a lead of 388 runs on Day 4 of the ongoing fourth Ashes Test here at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday.

Australian international cricketer Usman Khawaja's older brother has been jailed for his actions in framing a colleague using a fake terror plot.

The hunger to perform was quite visible as England pacer Mark Wood, playing his first Test of the series, came up with a 152kph (94.6mph) delivery that went between bat and pad of Australia's Usman Khawaja before rattling his leg stump on the first day of the third Ashes Test at Headingley in Leeds on Thursday.

Australia opening batsman Usman Khawaja admitted on Monday that playing in Pakistan will be "special" as he returned to the country of his birth for the first time as an international cricketer.

Australia's Usman Khawaja ranks England as the toughest place for top order batsmen and will head to the Ashes with low expectations after struggling on previous tours.

Australian batsman Usman Khawaja on Saturday hoped lady luck shines on the hosts as they target skipper Virat Kohli's wicket early on the third day of the second Test to expose the Indian tail.

Left-handed batsman Usman Khawaja has voiced his concern for the spinners in Australia, saying the lack of quality tweakers could leave the nation exposed like it was after Shane Warne's retirement.

Usman Khawaja completed his 150, while all-rounder Cameron Green stood just five runs away from his maiden Test century as the Austrlaian duo kept India wicketless to reach 347/4 at lunch on Day 2 of the fourth and final Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy in Ahmedabad on Friday.

Veteran Australian opener Usman Khawaja, 38, plans to continue his Test career as long as he feels he is contributing effectively. Despite a below-par performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Khawaja remains focused on contributing to the Australian team's success, maintaining regular communication with coach Andrew McDonald and chief selector George Bailey.

Australia's opening batter Usman Khawaja wore shoes marked with his daughters' names as he batted against Pakistan in the Boxing Day Test on Tuesday, after he had earlier been banned from sporting footwear with a statement about respecting human rights in Gaza. Khawaja, who was out for 42, had been denied permission by the International Cricket Council to have a sticker showing a black dove holding an olive branch on his bat and shoes during the match.

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Former Australian captain Aaron Finch expressed disappointment over the lack of centuries from Australia's batting lineup following their Test series against the West Indies. Finch highlighted Marnus Labuschagne's below-par performance and the team's need for more substantial contributions. He noted that there are a few cracks in the team, including Usman Khawaja and the bowlers who have done a brilliant job for a long time.

Australia has announced their playing XI for the World Test Championship Final against South Africa, with Marnus Labuschagne opening alongside usman khawaja. Josh Hazlewood joins Cummins and Starc in the pace attack, while Cameron Green returns after back surgery.

Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja achieved a significant milestone. He crossed 8,000 international runs during the Ashes Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Khawaja is now among Australia's elite cricketers to reach this mark. His career spans Test, ODI, and T20 formats. This achievement highlights his enduring presence in the sport.

Usman Khawaja continued his fairytale return to the Australian Test side on Thursday with his second hundred in the series in Pakistan, where he was born. Khawaja had been ignored by selectors since he was dropped during the 2019 Ashes series but the Queensland batter forced his way back into the Australian Test squad after scoring heavily in domestic games.

Australia's Usman Khawaja achieved his first Test century in England on the second day of the first Ashes Test at Edgbaston. The left-handed opener defied the hosts with his determined batting performance.

Usman Khawaja has persevered through racism and a career crisis to emerge as the understated driving force behind Australia's bid to retain the Ashes.

Australian batsman Usman Khawaja praised Jasprit Bumrah as the toughest bowler he has faced, after the Indian pacer's exceptional performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Khawaja highlighted a crucial partnership with Travis Head, who also acknowledged Bumrah's impact and expressed relief over his non-participation in Austalia's 2nd innings of the Sydney Test because of injury.

Australia's top-order batsman Usman Khawaja believes adaptability is going to be the key during their limited-over series against India and said they would look to draw from their past experience of playing in the country.