ICC rejects Usman Khawaja’s ‘armband’ appeal.
Australian champion wore black armband in Perth Test to reflect ‘personal mourning’ over loss of life in Gaza conflict Australia’s Usman Khawaja walks off the field during the first day of the first cricket match between Australia and Pakistan at Optus Stadium in Perth on December 14, 2023. — AFP Pakistani-born Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja’s appeal to sanction an armband — worn during the Perth Test against Pakistan — has been rejected by the International Cricket Council (ICC), it said. Fox cricket. Khawja was accused of violating the ICC’s code of conduct after wearing a black armband to reflect his


