The Australian opener Usman Khawaja silenced his critics emphatically, registering an excellent century on a galley turning track during the first test against Sri Lanka on Wednesday. His 16th A hundred test, achieved in the second session of the day, finished a 19 -month drought for a triple figure score and reinforced his place in the configuration of the Australian red ball. Khawaja, known for his compound batting and mental resilience, opened on how he sails in difficult patches in his career. Speaking after the play of the day, he emphasized the importance of faith, family and balance beyond Cricket.
“That is really special. One hundred, everything comes completely. “Khawaja told Sen Cricket.
“There have been so many ups and downs in my life where I thought: ‘Oh, how bad is this?’ But something surprising has always come from that.
While celebrating his own success, Khawaja also praised his teammate Steve Smith, who had a historic day in Galle as. Smith first reached the milestone of 10,000 races in the trial cricket and then obtained its 35th Test one hundred, reinforcing its status as one of the best hitters of its time.
Khawaja, who has played with Smith for more than a decade, spoke with love about his trip together.
“That is special. I know Smudge since I was 16 years old. I played first degree against him, and we grew up playing for Nueva Wales del Sur. We have played for Australia for a long time. You know, I have broken with him more than any of the stories .
Both Smith and Khawaja in the middle of the form, Australia has been strongly placed in the Galle test. The duo will seek to extend its domain while they resume the batting on day 2.
“And it is not over yet, you will still see Steve and me batting tomorrow, so we look forward to it. I think he will only improve,” Khawaja added with a smile.
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