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Khawaja discusses truth promise to Warner amid ball-tampering fallout

ESPNcricinfo • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 5:17 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Khawaja discusses truth promise to Warner amid ball-tampering fallout
Summary

Usman Khawaja stated he committed to being truthful regarding the ball-tampering scandal involving David Warner and others. Speaking on November 8, Khawaja remarked that Steve Smith, Warner, and Cameron Bancroft were seen as the "victims" of the controversy as they bore the brunt of the blame on behalf of the team. This comment comes as discussions continue about the broader implications of the scandal on Australian cricket. Khawaja's remarks may influence ongoing conversations about accountability and the sport's integrity.

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  • •Khawaja promised Warner he would speak the truth about the scandal.
  • •He referred to Smith, Warner, and Bancroft as victims of the incident.
  • •Discussions on accountability in Australian cricket are ongoing.
  • •Khawaja's comments were made on November 8.
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  • 5:17 AMESPNcricinfo — Khawaja: Made promise to Warner I'd say the truth
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He said that the trio of Smith, Warner and Bancroft were the "victims" of the fiasco since they took blame for the whole team

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