Usman Khawaja denied allegations from Queensland Cricket that he faked a hamstring injury to attend the Formula One Grand Prix, insisting his absence from the team was pre-approved due to genuine injury concerns. Khawaja expressed disappointment over queries on his commitment to Queensland, emphasizing communication gaps and his dedication to cricket despite travel.
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Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has found himself in the middle of an unexpected controversy after missing Queensland’s Sheffield Shield fixture against South Australia. The left-handed opener had cited a hamstring injury as the reason for his absence, but his presence at the Australian Grand Prix in Melbourne over the weekend raised eyebrows. The situation escalated when Queensland Cricket denied any knowledge of Khawaja’s injury, triggering accusations that he had deliberately skipped the match.
Queensland’s Head of Elite Cricket, Joe Dawes, did not hold back in his criticism. Speaking to News Corp, Dawes dismissed the injury claims, stating, “Our medical staff said all the way through he has been available for selection.” He further emphasized, “That is my understanding from Cricket Australia staff as well. No hamstring issues as far as we are concerned.”
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