“I don’t let let cricket dictate my life”: Usman khawaja after 16th test century in Galle | Cricket News

“I don’t let let cricket dictate my life”: Usman khawaja after 16th test century in Galle | Cricket News





Australian Opener usman khawaja Silenced His Critics in Emphatic Fashion, Registering a Superb Century on a Turning Track in Galle Dining the first test against Sri lanka on Wednesday. His 16th Test Hundred, Achieved in the Second Session of the Day, Ended A 19-Month-Long Drough for a Triple-Figure Score and Reinforced His Place in Australia’s RED-BALLL SATUP. Khawaja, Known for his composed batting and mental resilience, open up about how he navigates rough patches in his career. Speaking after the day’s play, He Emphahsized The Importance of Faith, Family, and Striking a Balance Beyond Cricket.

“That’s really special. if you can ‘T see it now, “Khawaja Told Sen Cricket.

“There have been so many ups and downs in my life where I’ve thought, ‘Oh, how bad is this?’ But Soomething Has Always COME FROM It. So I ‘ ll always try my best.

Who Celebrating His Own Success, Khawaja also heped praise on his teammate step smith, who had a landmark day in galle as. Smith first reached The 10,000-Run Milestone in Test Cricket and then Went on to Score His 35th Test Hundred, Reinforcing His Status as One of the Greatest Batters of His Era.

Khawaja, who has played along with along the smith for over a decade, spoke fondly about their journey togeether.

“That’s special. I’ve known Smudge since he was 16. I played first grade against him, and we grew up playing for New South Wales. We’ve played for Australia for a long time. You know, I’ve batted with Him more than in Test Cricket. Thought I was going to do it in sydney, but I was glad i was out there.

With both smith and khawaja in top form, Australia has positioned its position The duo will look to extend their dominance as they resume batting on day 2.

“And it’s not over yet – You’ll see step and me batting tomorrow, so we look forward to it. I think it’s only going to get better,” khawaja added with a smile.

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