Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has retired from international cricket on the second day of the year 2026. Khawaja announced that the fifth Ashes Test against England would be the last match of his international career. 39-year-old Khawaja has confirmed his retirement in the presence of his family. Know here about those players, who can take retirement in the year 2026 after Usman Khawaja.

mohammed nabi

Afghanistan’s legendary cricketer Mohammad Nabi could be the next cricketer to retire. Nabi retired from Test cricket in 2019 itself. Nabi had described the 2023 ODI World Cup as his last tournament, but later revealed that he will continue playing. He had also said that after the Champions Trophy 2025, he can continue playing international cricket for one more year. It is possible that T20 World Cup 2026 could be his last tournament.

shakib al hassan

Bangladesh’s 38-year-old veteran cricketer Shakib Al Hasan had announced his retirement from Test and T20 cricket some time ago, but later withdrew his retirement. Shakib has not played any international cricket match for Bangladesh since October 2024. The possibility of Shakib, who is constantly out of the team, retiring this year seems very high.

Yuzvendra Chahal

35 year old Yuzvendra Chahal has been out of Team India for a long time. He played his last international match for Team India in August 2023. Chahal is playing IPL, domestic and county cricket regularly, but at present his name is nowhere to be seen in the future plans of Team India. Spinners like Kuldeep Yadav, Washington Sundar, Akshar Patel and Varun Chakraborty have cemented their place in the Indian team. With him, Chahal’s return to the team is looking very difficult.

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Usman Khawaja Announces Retirement From International Cricket: Australia’s experienced opening batsman Usman Khawaja has announced his retirement from international cricket. An Ashes series of 5 test matches is being played between England and Australia, the last match of which will be played at the Sydney Cricket Ground. This match will be the last test of Usman Khawaja’s career. Let us tell you that Usman Khawaja also made his Test debut on this ground. This last match of the Ashes series 2025-26 will start from January 4, 2026.

How was the international career of Usman Khawaja?

Usman Khawaja made his debut for Australia in the 2010-11 Ashes series. Due to the injury of Australian captain Ricky Ponting in this series, he got a chance to debut in Test cricket. Usman Khawaja is the first player born in Pakistan and playing for Australia. He came to New South Wales, Australia with his family at the age of just 4 years. Sydney Test will be the 88th match of his career. At the same time, so far in 87 tests he has scored a total of 6,206 runs at an average of 43.39. This includes 16 centuries and 28 fifties. Khawaja’s biggest inning was 232 runs. Apart from this, he has scored a total of 1,554 runs in 40 ODI matches and 241 runs in 9 T20 International matches.

Khwaja gave an emotional speech

Khawaja said in an emotional speech on the announcement of his retirement, ‘I lived on Cook Road, a short distance from the Sydney Cricket Ground (SCG). I’ll never forget when I was little, I saw Michael Slater driving his red Ferrari. I couldn’t believe my luck, I had just seen a Test cricketer. As a boy whose parents were barely making ends meet and were trying to feed their children in a small two-bedroom apartment, I thought that one day I too would become a Test cricketer and one day I would drive whatever car I wanted.

Usman Khawaja further said- I have come today to announce that after the SCG Test match, I will retire from all international cricket. I am a proud Muslim colored boy from Pakistan, who was told that he would never play for the Australian cricket team. Look at me now. I hope that I have repaid your (parents) sacrifice by leaving everything in Pakistan and coming to Australia to give a better life to our children.

Australia’s legendary cricketer Usman Khawaja may soon break his silence on rumors of his retirement. A media report has revealed that Khawaja can react to the rumors of retirement in the press conference on Friday before the start of Australia vs England fifth Ashes Test (AUS vs ENG 5th Ashes Test).

Usman Khawaja has been in the headlines throughout the Ashes series. His performance in the last one year has not been very good. He got injured in the Perth Test against England, after which he was dropped from the Pink Ball Test played in Brisbane. Due to these reasons, speculations about Khawaja’s retirement had once again gained momentum.

Usman Khawaja will retire?

According to Australian newspaper The Sydney Morning Herald, Usman Khawaja will hold a press conference on Friday. The Australian Cricket Board has not made any confirmation about this, but it is being speculated that he may break his silence on the news of his retirement. Former Australian cricketer Michael Clarke, while talking to Code Sports, predicted that Khawaja is going to announce his retirement.

Ikeal Clarke has expressed hope that Usman Khawaja will end his career with good memories of playing a century innings. Australia has announced its squad for the fifth Ashes Test, in which Usman Khawaja has also been included. The team’s regular captain Pat Cummins has not been able to return. Steve Smith will captain the Australian team in the fifth test also.

Australia’s squad for the fifth test: Steve Smith (captain), Scott Boland, Alex Carey (wk), Brendan Doggett, Cameron Green, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Usman Khawaja, Marnus Labuschagne, Todd Murphy, Michael Neser, Jhye Richardson, Mitchell Starc, Jake Weatherald, Beau Webster

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Test cricket is often known for the patience and technique of the batsmen. However, in the year 2025, in this format, the batsmen surprised everyone with their run-scoring speed and huge innings. This year, many such scores were seen, which not only made a place in the record books but also showed the changing picture of Test cricket.

Wiaan Mulder’s historic triple century

The biggest Test innings of the year 2025 was in the name of South Africa’s Wiaan Mulder. He scored unbeaten 367 runs against Zimbabwe in Bulawayo. This innings played in 334 balls included 49 fours and 4 sixes. This innings played with a strike rate of more than 109 is considered very special in Test cricket.

Shubman Gill created history in England

Indian batsman Shubman Gill played a brilliant inning of 269 runs in the Birmingham Test against England. In this innings which lasted for 509 minutes, Gill hit 30 fours and 3 sixes. This innings is being counted among the best performances of any Indian batsman on foreign soil.

Rickelton and Khawaja’s classical innings

South Africa’s Ryan Rickelton presented a brilliant example of his technique and composure by scoring 259 runs in the Cape Town Test against Pakistan. Australia’s experienced batsman Usman Khawaja played a memorable inning of 232 runs against Sri Lanka in Galle, which put Australia in a strong position.

The performance of the batsmen of New Zealand and West Indies

New Zealand’s Devon Conway scored 227 runs against West Indies at Mount Maunganui. His innings included 31 fours. Whereas Justin Greaves of West Indies made the match exciting by scoring unbeaten 202 runs in the fourth innings in the Christchurch Test against New Zealand.

Pathum Nissanka’s powerful presence

Pathum Nissanka of Sri Lanka played a brilliant inning of 187 runs in the Galle Test against Bangladesh. This innings shows that Asian batsmen are also continuously scoring big scores in the longer format.

List of top 7 players

1. Viaan Mulder (South Africa) – 367 runs unbeaten
2. Shubman Gill (India) – 269 ​​runs
3. Ryan Rickelton (South Africa) – 259 runs
4. Usman Khawaja (Australia) – 232 runs
5. Devon Conway (New Zealand) – 227 runs
6. Justin Greaves (West Indies) – 202 runs unbeaten
7. Pathum Nissanka (Sri Lanka) – 187 runs

The horrific mass shooting that took place on December 14 at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia shocked the entire country. This is considered to be one of the most horrific incidents in Australia in nearly 30 years, in which 15 people lost their lives. The attack occurred during the Jewish community’s Hanukkah festival, when people were celebrating on the beach. After this painful incident, the family of Australian cricket team player Usman Khawaja also became a victim of hatred and racist comments.

Usman Khwaja’s family received hatred

Usman Khawaja, who comes from the Muslim community and is currently playing the Ashes series, has not publicly reacted to these comments. However, his wife Rachel Khawaja has shared screenshots of some very objectionable messages on social media, in which their innocent daughters were also targeted.

Rachel wrote, “I have collected a small sample of some of the messages we have received over the past week. I wish I could say that this is all new, but the truth is that we have had to face this kind of hate before. After this incident, these comments have increased even more.”

In these messages, his daughters were called with hateful terms like “future school attackers”. Some people even asked the family to “go back” to Pakistan. These comments have once again exposed the Islamophobia and racism present in the society.

Rachel Khawaja appealed to people to remain united, saying, “Today more than ever, it is important that we all stand together. Be it anti-Semitism, Islamophobia or racism. We must not accept any kind of hatred.”

Usman Khawaja and cricket world’s reaction on the attack

Earlier, Usman Khawaja had strongly condemned the Bondi Beach attack. He had written on social media that this incident is heart breaking and people have lost their lives unnecessarily. He expressed condolences to the victims’ families and the Bondi community. Khawaja also shared a statement from the Jewish Council of Australia, which called the attack horrific and shocking.

Cricket Australia (CA) and England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) also issued a joint statement expressing grief over this tragedy. Both boards expressed solidarity with the victims, their families and the Jewish community.

Australian team captain Pat Cummins also expressed deep sorrow over this incident and appealed to the people to donate blood. He said that it is very important to support each other in this difficult time.

Aus vs wi 2nd test: In the second Test match being played between Australia and West Indies, the Caribbean bowlers have completely brought the Kangaroo team to the backfoot. The Australian team was all out for just 286 runs on the first day of this Test being played in St. George, Granada. Due to rain, only 66.5 overs a day were thrown, but even in this short time, West Indies bowlers performed amazing.

From the beginning, Australia on the backfoot

After winning the toss, the situation was bad from the beginning of the Australian team to bat first. Opener Sam Constas scored 25 runs, while the second opener Usman Khwaja returned to the pavilion after scoring 16 runs. Cameron Green, who came to bat at the third number, scored 26 runs and after that the Travis Head also scored 29 runs, but all of them could not convert a good start into a big score and returned to the pavilion.

The biggest shock came when senior batsman Steve Smith, who was returning from the injury, was dismissed by just 3 runs and he proved to be a flop once again.

Carrie and webster shown courage

When the team’s score was 5 wickets for 110 runs, the match was seen slipping from Australia’s hand. In such a situation, BU webster scored 60 runs and Alex Carrie scored 63 runs and shared 112 runs for the sixth wicket and brought the team to a respectable score.

After the partnership of these two, Pat Cummins added 17 runs for the team, Nathan Lion scored 11 and Josh Hazlewood scored 10 runs. Mitchell Starc could also score only 6 runs and after Steve Smith he was the second batsman who did not reach double points.

West Indies bowlers wreak havoc

In this match, once again the West Indies bowlers presented their sharp bowling view. Aljari Joseph put the deadliest spell. He took 4 wickets for 61 runs in 15.5 overs. Jayden Seals got 2 wickets in their account. Shamar Joseph, Anderson Philip and Justani Greaves broke Australia’s batting back with one wicket each. In the first Test, the way Shamar Joseph and Jayden Seals took wickets, this time the responsibility of the wicket was taken by Aljari Joseph and brought the team to another strong position.

Usman Khwaja created history

Even though Usman Khwaja could score only 16 runs in this match, but during this time he has completed 6000 runs in Test cricket. He has become the 16th player of Australia to achieve this feat. 38 -year -old Khwaja has achieved this figure in 149 innings of 83 Test matches. His name is also recorded in 16 Test centuries. This achievement makes them stand in the alit list of Australian batsmen.

Rain became obstructed

The first day’s game was affected by the rain, and only 66.5 overs were played, but in the meantime the match has reached a thrilling turn. Now everyone’s eyes will be on the Australian bowlers. Will they return to the match by covering the West Indies cheaply? Or will the Caribbean batsmen put more pressure on Australia?

WTC Final, South Africa vs Australia, Australia Playing 11: The final match of the World Test Championship will be played between South Africa and Australia tomorrow i.e. on Thursday 11 June. This title match will be played at Lord’s, England. Australia has announced its playing XI for this final match.

The opener’s selection for Australia has been a headache since David Warner’s retirement. Since the retirement of Warner, four players have been tried as an opener. Now the fifth player will be seen opening in the final of the World Test Championship. Yes, Marnas Labushen is a new opener after Sam Constas, Steve Smith, Travis Head and Nathan McCasian.

Josh Hazlewood has also returned to the team. Hazlewood played only two matches of the Test series against India. Hazelwood returned to the cricket field from IPL 2025. Cameron Green has also been given a new role. He will be seen playing at number three.

Talking about Australia’s playing XI, the team looks quite strong. The pair of Usman Khwaja and Marnas Labushen will start the innings. After this, all -rounder Cameron will be seen playing Green at number three. Steve Smith will come at number four. The top order looks quite solid.

After this, Travis Head will be seen at number five. Head can cause trouble for South Africa on Lord’s ground. Then the all -rounder Bu Webster will come at number six. Wicketkeeper Alex Carry will be seen playing at number seven. Captain Pat Cummins has three dreaded fast bowlers as Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood. Two medium -speed bowlers in the form of green and webster to support them. Nathan Lyon as a spinner.

Australia’s playing XI for the WTC final 1. Usman Khwaja, 2. Marnas Labushen, 3. Cameron Green, 4. Steve Smith, 5. Travis Head, 6. Bu Webster, 7. Alex Carrie (Wicket Keep), 8. Pat Cummins (Captain), 9. Michel Starc, 10. Nathan Lyon, 11. Josh Hazlewood