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Lehmann denies Khawaja’s Sandpapergate claims
Former Australia coach Lehmann says team didn’t universally know 2018 ball-tampering scandal.
In brief
Former Australia coach Lehmann says team didn’t universally know 2018 ball-tampering scandal. Lehmann denies Khawaja’s claim that all Australian players knew about 2018 Sandpapergate ball-tampering scandal. Originally reported by Sportstar.
Lehmann denies team knowledge
Former Australia head coach Darren Lehmann says he could not speak for other players about the 2018 Sandpapergate scandal.
Khawaja claims team involvement
Usman Khawaja said all Australian players were involved in the 2018 ball-tampering scandal during South Africa tour.
Lehmann’s response to Khawaja
Lehmann said knowledge of ball-tampering may not have been universal among players.
Lehmann on ball-tampering
Lehmann explained ball-tampering has been part of cricket for 150 years and is now obsolete.
Gillespie reacts to claims
Jason Gillespie called Khawaja’s account of team involvement 'fascinating'.
Lehmann questions timing
Lehmann suggested Khawaja’s revelations might be linked to his book publication.
Lehmann on consequences
Smith and Warner received 12-month suspensions while Bancroft got nine-month sanction after scandal.
Lehmann resigns after tour
Lehmann resigned as head coach after 2018 tour and apologized for Australia’s actions.
Lehmann on moving forward
Lehmann said discussing Sandpapergate is difficult but they must move forward after the incident.
The headline
Lehmann denies Khawaja’s claim that all Australian players knew about 2018 Sandpapergate ball-tampering scandal.
