Speaking to reporters for nearly 50 minutes, Khawaja said he has felt singled out across different stages of his career, from his early days to the present. He claimed that certain sections of the media and the wider cricket fraternity have taken aim at him due to his identity and his willingness to voice strong opinions, especially on right-wing politics and the Palestinian cause. He also pointed out that he was treated unfairly by large section of the media, after suffering back spasms during the Perth Test, which meant he couldn't come out to bat at the top.
Khawaja had taken part in a golf tournament on the eve of the match, which was criticised by fans and the media. However, Gillespie took to X to say that the questions were legitimate and the England team were also criticised for the way they prepared for the Ashes.
