Cricket Australia CEO denies Khawaja's pre-Ashes golf session as injury reason

Usman Khawaja’s back spasms in the Ashes opener forced a batting order reshuffle, preventing him from opening Australia’s first innings due to ICC rules. Despite Cricket Australia dismissing links to pre-match golf, the incident sparked debate about player preparation. Khawaja ultimately did not bat in the second innings as Australia secured victory.

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