'All Lives Are Equal..' Australian Cricketer Usman Khawaja Shares Strong Message After ICC Objects to His ‘Pro-Palestine Shoes’ (Watch Video)
There are strict ICC regulations about 'non-compliant' wording or logos worn on clothing during international matches. Despite that, Usman Khawaja is willing to 'fight for it' abiding by the rules.
Australian batter Usman Khawaja found himself in a controversy when ICC warned him if he wears the shoes with messages "all lives are equal" and "freedom is a human right" written on them, as spotted during training ahead of AUS vs PAK 1st Test 2023 at Perth, he will be banned from Day 1 of the Test according to ICC regulations. Australia captain Pat Cummins later confirmed that opener Usman Khawaja will not wear any written messages on his shoes. Khawaja defended the messaging in a video post on social media, arguing it was not a political statement and said while he would follow rules, he will "fight it". Usman Khawaja Will Not Wear Shoes With Pro-Palestine Human Rights Message During AUS vs PAK 1st Test, Confirms Pat Cummins.
Australian Cricketer Usman Khawaja Shares Strong Message
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