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Retiring Muslim Australian Cricketer Speaks Out Against Islamophobia, ‘Right-Wing’ Politicians

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As he announced his retirement from international cricket, Australian Test cricketer Usman Khawaja used his final press conference to criticise what he called “right-wing” politics, accusing some leaders of fuelling division. “We get all these right-wing politicians that are anti-immigration and anti-Islamophobia, and I speak up against them. I know people don’t love that,” Khwaja said as he confirmed he would step away after the Ashes series. K…

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Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja, along with announcing his retirement, made outspoken statements on racism, Islamophobia and Palestine support, in press conference discussion.

Announcing his retirement from international cricket, former Glamorgan batsman Usman Khawaja has criticized the "racist stereotypes" he has faced in Australia. The left-handed batsman was born a Muslim in Pakistan and raised in Australia, saying he had to work harder than other Australians to reach the international stage.

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StumpsandBails.com broke the news in on Friday, January 2, 2026.
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