Usman Khawaja Faces Backlash for Wearing Pro-Palestinian Shoes at Test Match

Australian Batsman Usman Khawaja Faces Backlash for Pro-Palestinian Shoe Slogans

Date: 13 Dec 2023

Time: 01:47 PM IST

Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has found himself at the center of a controversy after his decision to wear shoes bearing pro-Palestinian slogans during a training match received backlash. The controversy arose when it was revealed that Khawaja had intended to wear the same shoes during the Australia-Pakistan test match, a decision that could have potentially violated the ICC’s regulations. However, after being informed of the ban, Khawaja decided to withdraw from his initial decision.

Khawaja’s shoes were adorned with slogans such as ‘Freedom is a human right’ and ‘all lives are equal’, intended to show solidarity with Palestine following the recent conflict between Palestine and Hamas. Despite Khawaja’s intentions, Australia captain Pat Cummins confirmed that the player had decided to comply with the ban after being informed by the ICC.

It was previously reported that Khawaja had worn the controversial shoes during a training session, sparking controversy and drawing attention from the media. It is important to note that Khawaja did not communicate his intentions to other team members, leading to the issue being brought to light by photos taken during training. The ICC has strict regulations against such personal displays in international matches, and it is clear that such behavior is not permitted.

13 Dec 2023, 01:47 PM IST Usman Khawaja | AFP, twitter.com/FoxCricket

Perth: Australian batsman Usman Khawaja’s move to wear shoes with pro-Palestinian slogans in a training match has received backlash. It was decided to wear shoes during the Australia-Pakistan test match. This type of behavior is punishable by the ICC. After being informed about the ban, the actor withdrew from the decision.

Khawaja’s shoes were emblazoned with slogans such as ‘Freedom is a human right and all lives are equal’. It was decided to wear this shoe, which was worn during the team’s training, in the first test as well. It was meant to be worn in solidarity with Palestine after the conflict between Palestine and Hamas escalated. But the ICC Australia captain Pat Cummins said he withdrew after informing the player of the ban.

Earlier, Khawaja wore these shoes while training which led to controversies. Khawaja did not tell team members to wear shoes that evoke a pro-Palestinian stance. Such a shoe issue came out of the pictures taken by the media and photographers during the training. This type of personal behavior in international matches has been sanctioned by the ICC. Not allowed.

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