Usman Khawaja has stated that the entire Australian cricket team was aware of sandpaper being used to alter the condition of the ball during their 2018 test match against South Africa in Cape Town. According to extracts from his upcoming autobiography, Khawaja also claims that the squad used sandpaper during the preceding test match as well.
Podcast Discussion on the Fallout and Reaction
Mark Chapman is joined by Sir Alastair Cook, Phil Tufnell, and Jason Gillespie on the Test Match Special Podcast to analyze the consequences of these revelations. The panel examines the overall reaction within Australia and evaluates how these disclosures will affect the team moving forward.
Reviewing the South Africa Series and England Squad
The podcast discussion also covers Australia’s 2-1 test series defeat in South Africa. Additionally, the panel reviews the England squad selection for their upcoming test match in South Africa scheduled for December, which features uncapped spinner Liam Patterson-White.
