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Australia’s first Muslim test cricketer Usman Khawaja announces retirement

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Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has announced his retirement from international cricket. The 39-year-old will play his final Test at the Sydney Cricket Ground beginning on Sunday. Khawaja's influence has extended well beyond the cricket pitch, with many Australians viewing him as 'a symbol of resilience and inclusion'.
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