Usman Khawaja said he kept his rheumatoid arthritis a secret for his entire Test career because he did not want anyone to use it against him. He explained that he played through pain to establish himself as a Test opener. He is releasing his autobiography, Sabr, on 10 November, which he said he wrote for cricket fans.
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Fans learn why Khawaja hid his condition and can read more about his career in his new autobiography.
Key facts
- Khawaja is described as a former Test star.
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- Usman Khawaja names five Sheffield Shield performers as potential replacements for Marnus LabuschagneReportedConfidence: Reported. Credible reporting, but no official confirmation yet
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