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Usman Khawaja set to join Sky Sports’ broadcast team for next Ashes series

Former Australia opener Usman Khawaja will join Sky Sports as part of its broadcast team for next summer's Ashes series. Sky Sports finalised an agreement with the recently retired batter before the release of his autobiography, Sabr, which has reignited…

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 4:51 AM
Usman Khawaja set to join Sky Sports’ broadcast team for next Ashes series
Key Things to Know
  • Usman Khawaja will join Sky Sports' broadcast team for next summer's Ashes series.
  • Khawaja is expected to cover the first three Tests at Trent Bridge, Lord's, and Edgbaston.
  • Ricky Ponting is set to return for the final two Tests following Major League Cricket coaching duties.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Australia opener Usman Khawaja has agreed to join Sky Sports' broadcast team for the upcoming Ashes series. Khawaja, who retired from international cricket in January 2026, is expected to cover the first three Tests at Trent Bridge, Lord's, and Edgbaston. The network finalized the agreement ahead of the release of his autobiography, Sabr.

Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting will miss the start of the series due to coaching commitments in Major League Cricket before returning for the final two Tests. Mark Taylor and former England fast bowler Mark Wood are also expected to feature in Sky Sports' commentary lineup for the five-match series.

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