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I get it, my name isn't John Smith: Usman Khawaja on facing racial bias in his career
short by Anmol Sharma / on Friday, 2 January, 2026
While announcing retirement from international cricket, Australia's Usman Khawaja recalled facing racial bias in his career. "I get it, my name isn't John Smith. When the 50-50 calls happen they're just not going my way." he said. He added, "I'm hoping the journey for...next Khawaja is a bit easier and we get to a line...where [he's]...the same as John Smith."
read more at Cricket Australia