“Be careful what you say, mate”, Usman Khawaja And Oille Robinson Got Involved During The 1st Ashes Test.

The opening match of the highly anticipated five-match Ashes Test series proved to be an enthralling contest as two formidable teams battled it out for the crucial advantage. Ultimately, Australia emerged triumphant with a hard-fought two-wicket victory. In pursuit of a target of 281 runs in the fourth innings, Australia showcased resilience and determination, successfully scoring the remaining 174 runs on the final day of the match. Usman Khawaja played a vital role in the team’s success, crafting a gritty innings of 65 runs, while captain Pat Cummins remained composed with an unbeaten 44.

Khawaja’s innings was characterized by his patience and selective shot-making, often choosing to leave deliveries that didn’t warrant a scoring opportunity. His knock spanned 197 deliveries, resulting in a strike rate of 32.99. However, there was a moment during his innings that drew attention. Ollie Robinson, a member of the opposing team, expressed his dissatisfaction when Khawaja confidently left one of his well-pitched half-volleys on the off stump. This incident unfolded just before the drinks break, and the exchange between the two players was inadvertently captured by the stump microphone.

Conversation was:

Robinson said “Freebie, isn’t it?”. “Half volley, field up?”

“In the rough mate,” responded Khawaja. “That’s why you’re not a batsman.”

“Nice to see you say something,” Robinson’s replied.

“Be careful what you say, mate,” said Khawaja.

During the drinks break, the fight between the two players continued until the experienced James Anderson intervened and separated his compatriot from the Australian batsmen. Reports from the ground indicate that umpire Marais Erasmus had a conversation with Robinson after the incident. Subsequently, Robinson displayed sportsmanship by giving Khawaja a friendly pat on the back before play resumed following the break.