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Warner backs Khawaja: "Truth out" on Sandpapergate
9 Nov
Summary
- Warner supports Khawaja's claims about team involvement in ball-tampering.
- He criticizes the 2018 investigation as rushed and botched.
- Warner shares difficult conversations with his daughters about the scandal.
David Warner has lent his full support to Usman Khawaja's recent revelations concerning the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, commonly known as Sandpapergate. Khawaja's upcoming autobiography alleges that the entire Australian squad was complicit in the unethical practice, with no one objecting at the time.
Warner shared his perspective in a video, stating Khawaja's account is "100 percent accurate" and that the truth about the incident is now public. He also voiced criticism regarding the initial investigation by Cricket Australia, describing it as "rushed and botched." Warner highlighted that Khawaja, who was reportedly in the dressing room, was not interviewed during the process, questioning the thoroughness of the inquiry.
Addressing the timing of Khawaja's disclosures, Warner defended his teammate against suggestions of seeking book sales. He emphasized the importance of accountability and transparency, urging focus on the investigation's failings rather than scrutinizing Khawaja. Warner also spoke about the personal impact, recounting difficult conversations with his daughters about the scandal.
