
Australian opener Usman Khawaja is facing scrutiny from Cricket Australia after calling the Perth Stadium pitch for the first Ashes Test a “piece of s**t”.

Australia has an opening dilemma at its hands as Usman Khawaja was added to the squad for the second Ashes Test match, but uncertainty surrounds his place in the team.

Usman Khawaja slammed the ICC’s ‘very good’ rating for the Perth pitch, calling it a “piece of s***” in a blunt assessment.

Former Australian cricketers Aaron Finch and Michael Clarke discuss team combination ahead of the second Test of the 2025-26 Ashes.

Australia coach Andrew McDonald said the medical team will assess Usman Khawaja’s back spasm as they plan for the second Test at the Gabba.

Cricket Australia CEO Todd Greenberg defends Australian opening batter Usman Khawaja amid his back spasm concerns.

Bizarre scenes followed after the first innings interval as Usman Khawaja was absent, and the fans were concerned about the southpaw's whereabouts.

Usman Khawaja has opened up about one of the most intimidating moments of his early career, facing a young, fiery Brendon McCullum.

Usman Khawaja, 38 and approaching another Ashes summer, stands at a crossroads he has quietly seen coming.

Exploring Australia's best top-order ahead of the Ashes series opener at the Optus Stadium, Perth.