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Usman Khawaja says entire Australia team knew about 2018 sandpaper use

Usman Khawaja has claimed that all members of Australia’s team were aware of the use of sandpaper to tamper with the ball during the final Test of the 2018 series against South Africa.

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Ben Stokes cries as Usman Khawaja shakes the hand of his captain Tim Paine in the aftermath of England's dramatic win over Australia on Day 4 of the 3rd Test of the 2019 Ashes at Headingley
Ben Stokes cries as Usman Khawaja shakes the hand of his captain Tim Paine in the aftermath of England's dramatic win over Australia on Day 4 of the 3rd Test of the 2019 Ashes at Headingley Ben Sutherland

Usman Khawaja has claimed that the entire Australia team knew sandpaper was being used to tamper with the ball during the final Test of the 2018 series against South Africa.

The allegation relates to the use of sandpaper during the match and was made by Khawaja in connection with the controversial incident. His claim extends beyond the individuals directly involved, suggesting that awareness of the ball-tampering extended across the Australia team.

The supplied information does not include further details about when Khawaja made the claim, the response from other players or officials, or any subsequent action. The allegation remains attributed to Khawaja.

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