Usman Khawaja is set to participate in the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy (BGT) series between Australia and India, which begins on November 22, 2024, at the Optus Stadium in Perth. As an experienced opener, Khawaja has been a key player for Australia, and he is currently eyeing significant milestones, including surpassing 3,000 runs at home and approaching 5,500 overall in Test cricket.
In an interesting twist, Khawaja’s wife, Rachel McLellan, will be providing commentary during the matches. This unique arrangement adds a personal touch to the series, as she will be sharing insights and observations from the commentary box while her husband competes on the field.
Khawaja has expressed his focus on scoring runs against India’s formidable bowling attack, which includes not just Jasprit Bumrah but also other skilled bowlers like Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami.
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He emphasizes a strategy of concentrating on his batting rather than fearing dismissal. The series promises to be competitive, with both teams aiming for success in this prestigious contest.
