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Chris Broad criticises Lehmann over Sandpapergate, backs Khawaja’s revelations

Chris Broad criticises Lehmann over Sandpapergate, backs Khawaja’s revelations

What's behind this

Chris Broad has criticised former Australian head coach Darren Lehmann, saying he should have been held accountable for the Sandpapergate incident, and has expressed support for former player Usman Khawaja’s revelations. Khawaja has said his 2018 disclosures are not meant to target individuals, refuses to name anyone, and urges the Australian team to share the Sandpapergate burden. He has also withdrawn from book interviews amid the controversy, as reported by multiple Indian outlets.

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  • left · 2 outlets

    ‘It’s been eight years since I spoke on this topic. Uzzy, I throw my full support behind you. I thank you for what you’ve done,’ said David Warner

    The Hindu

  • center · 2 outlets

    Sydney, Nov 10: “My recollection hasn’t changed,” said Mitchell Starc as he rejected former teammate Usman Khawaja’s assertions that the entire Australian team was a part of the 2018 Sandpapergate conspiracy even though only three players ended up being punished for the scandal. In his…

    The Shillong Times

  • right · 3 outlets

    Usman Khwaja Sandpaper Gate : The controversy surrounding Australia's infamous 2018 ball-tampering scandal has resurfaced following fresh revelations from Usman Khawaja. However, fast bowler Mitchell Starc has made it clear that the former opener's comments have not prompted him to reconsider his…

    ABP Live

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The then Australian head coach Darren Lehmann should have been held accountable for the incident, says Chris Broad

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  2. India TV Right Independent News Service

    Mitchell Starc breaks silence on sandpaper scandal, stands by 2021 statement amid Usman Khawaja's revelations

    Ace pacer Mitchell Starc has maintained that Australia's bowling group had no knowledge of sandpaper being taken onto the field during the 2018 South Africa tour . In an interaction with the media, the veteran pacer refused to alter his account despite fresh allegations surrounding the…

  3. 1 hour later
  4. ABP Live Center-Right ABP Group

    'My Opinion Has Not Changed': Starc Refuses To Change Stance On Sandpaper Gate After Khawaja's Claims

    Usman Khwaja Sandpaper Gate : The controversy surrounding Australia's infamous 2018 ball-tampering scandal has resurfaced following fresh revelations from Usman Khawaja. However, fast bowler Mitchell Starc has made it clear that the former opener's comments have not prompted him to reconsider his…

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  11. The Hindu Center-Left Kasturi & Sons Ltd. Current article

    Chris Broad criticises Lehmann over Sandpapergate, backs Khawaja’s revelations

    The then Australian head coach Darren Lehmann should have been held accountable for the incident, says Chris Broad

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