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Usman Khawaja reveals he battled rheumatoid arthritis throughout his cricket career

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Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja said he was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 22 and kept the condition secret throughout his career, enduring severe knee pain and fearing for his life. He said medication allowed him to continue playing, leading to 6,229 Test runs and 16 centuries before retiring in January 2026, and he hopes sharing his experience will inspire others with chronic illness.

Why it matters

Fans may care because Khawaja’s disclosure shows the hidden health challenges he overcame to succeed in cricket and his aim to inspire others with chronic illness.

Key facts

  1. He said, “I genuinely thought I was going to die.”

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