Usman Khawaja Defends Black Armband Gesture Amid ICC Charges
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Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has been charged by the International Cricket Council (ICC) for breaching regulations by wearing a black armband during the first Test match against Pakistan. Khawaja wanted to show solidarity for those affected by the Israel-Hamas conflict but was denied permission by the ICC. The sanction for a first offense is a reprimand. Khawaja expressed gratitude for the support he received and vowed to continue raising his voice on the issue.
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