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Dec 26, 12:23 AM

ICC Denies Khawaja's Peace Logo for Boxing Day Test, Faces Armband Charge

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Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has been reprimanded by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for wearing a black armband during the first Test against Pakistan without prior approval. The armband, which Khawaja wore to advocate for human rights, particularly in support of Palestinians in Gaza, has sparked controversy. Khawaja has stated that the gesture was personal and not political, and he plans to challenge the ICC's charge, saying 'The armband charge makes no sense to me.' He has expressed his hope that the ICC will approve a proposal for him to make a gesture during the Boxing Day Test. However, the ICC has denied his latest attempt to raise awareness by refusing permission for him to display images of a dove and an olive branch on his bat and shoes during the Test. Khawaja has criticized the ICC for what he perceives as double standards, especially after they stopped him from having a peace symbol on his bat and shoes. Despite the controversy, Khawaja has stated he will not continue to wear the armband in the next Test. Additionally, Khawaja has been a pivotal part of developing Australia's Multicultural Action Plan and was dismissed by Hasan Ali, leading to Australia losing both their openers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG).

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