Former Australia opener Usman Khawaja has explained why he waited until after his international retirement to speak publicly about the 2018 ball‑tampering scandal known as Sandpapergate. In a recent interview, Khawaja said he chose to remain silent during his playing career because "they don't have to see my face," suggesting he wanted to avoid confrontation while still part of the team setup.
The left‑handed batsman retired from international cricket after a career spanning more than a decade. His comments shed new light on the internal dynamics of the Australian squad during one of the sport's most controversial episodes.
