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‘Haven’t paid much attention to it’ – Mitchell Starc on Usman Khawaja’s sandpapergate claims

Mitchell Starc says his recollection remains unchanged from the 2021 joint statement issued by the Australian bowling quartet, as Usman Khawaja's autobiography makes fresh claims.

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 6:12 AM
‘Haven’t paid much attention to it’ – Mitchell Starc on Usman Khawaja’s sandpapergate claims
Key Things to Know
  • Mitchell Starc maintains his recollection of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal has not changed following claims in Usman Khawaja's autobiography.
  • Khawaja's book alleges the entire touring party shared collective responsibility for ball tampering during the 2018 South Africa tour.
  • Starc reaffirmed the Australian bowling quartet's 2021 statement denying any prior knowledge of foreign objects on the field.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Mitchell Starc has addressed Usman Khawaja's fresh claims regarding the 2018 ball-tampering scandal, stating that his recollection of events remains unchanged. In his autobiography 'Sabr', Khawaja alleged that the entire Australian touring party held collective responsibility, contradicting Cricket Australia's investigation that only punished Steve Smith, David Warner, and Cameron Bancroft.

Speaking to Fox Sports, Starc said he has not paid much attention to the claims and stands by the bowling attack's 2021 joint statement. Starc also noted that allegations regarding sandpaper use during the second Test in Port Elizabeth were completely new to him.

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