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Usman Khawaja Refuses SEN Radio Interview in Solidarity With Peter Lalor

He declined to speak after Day 1 in Barbados to protest SEN’s decision to sack Lalor over his pro-Palestinian social media posts.

Australia's Usman Khawaja walks off the field
Usman Khawaja snubs broadcasters after firing of pro-Palestine reporter: Reports
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Overview

  • Usman Khawaja declined a post-play interview with SEN Radio following the opening day of the first Test against the West Indies in Bridgetown.
  • His refusal was intended as a protest against SEN’s decision in February to remove veteran cricket journalist Peter Lalor over pro-Palestinian posts.
  • Lalor praised Khawaja as a “man of principle” and expressed gratitude for his continued support after the dismissal.
  • Khawaja has a history of human-rights advocacy, including a 2023 clash with the ICC over attempts to display pro-human-rights messages on his playing gear.
  • Cricket Australia confirmed that players may opt out of media duties and is not expected to discipline Khawaja for declining the interview.