Here's why Usman Khawaja isn't opening for Australia on Day 1 of Ashes 2025-26 Perth Test against England |

21/11/2025 09:20 - Usman Khawaja who was scheduled to open was notably absent when Australia began their response against England on Day 1 of Ashes 2025-26 Test at Perth. Marnus Labuschagne was instead sent to the top of the order in place of Khawaja.

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