Usman Khawaja has reopened Sandpapergate – Rewatch Tim Paine’s 2018 Newlands presser
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Former Australian opening batsman Usman Khawaja has revived controversy surrounding the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal. In recent comments he asserted that every member of the touring squad was aware of the scheme. The remarks have reignited public debate about the incident. Khawaja’s statements come as the cricket community continues to grapple with the fallout of the episode.
Former opening batter Usman Khawaja has reopened old wounds, claiming that the entire Australian touring party knew about the ball-tampering operation back in 2018.