[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text dp_text_size=”size-4″]Usman Khawaja’s request to display a peace symbol on his bat and shoes during the Boxing Day Test against Pakistan has reportedly been rejected. Despite holding discussions with Cricket Australia to find an appropriate message, the International Cricket Committee (ICC) has disapproved of his latest humanitarian gesture, according to reports from The Australian and Melbourne Age newspapers.
Khawaja, a Muslim, had previously been prohibited from wearing politically charged shoes in the first Test, where he wanted to express solidarity with the people of Gaza. The ICC cited regulations against messages related to politics, religion, or race. Despite receiving a reprimand for wearing a black armband during the match, Khawaja contested the ruling, maintaining it was for personal bereavement.
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In response to Israel’s bombardment of Gaza, he expressed despair at the tragic impact on innocent children and emphasized his commitment to shedding light on issues he feels strongly about.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
