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Usman's Mic Drop and Marnus Dropped

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Usman Khawaja’s revelatory comments about "Sandpapergate" over the weekend dragged cricket back to 2018, reigniting fierce debate over who truly knew what was happening and whether the right people were punished. But his statements have also sparked a fresh question: why choose to speak out now?

Brett Sprigg and Trent Copeland unpack the fallout, analyzing Khawaja’s motivations, while Trent offers firsthand insight into the ball-maintenance practices he's observed in the Sheffield Shield over the years.

Plus, Marnus Labuschagne has officially been dropped for the upcoming New Zealand series, with head coach Andrew McDonald making it clear that Labuschagne will not be considered for selection.

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When was this episode published?: November 8, 2026.
How long is this episode?: 43 min.
What podcast is this from?: ABC Cricket Podcast. Browse the full back catalog on the show page.
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Usman's Mic Drop and Marnus Dropped