The 37-year-old was charged by the International Cricket Council on Thursday for wearing the armband. Khawaja says he will contest the charge but will not wear the armband during the second Test from 26 December. The ICC deemed him in breach of its clothing and equipment regulations for wearing the armband. Under ICC regulations, players cannot display messages of political, religious or racial causes during international matches. Australia lead the three-match series 1-0 with the second Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground starting on 26 December.

Source: Express December 22, 2023 15:41 UTC