'I genuinely thought I was going to die': Khawaja reveals career-long health secret
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Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has revealed he secretly battled rheumatoid arthritis throughout his professional career, experiencing severe knee pain and health fears before finding successful treatment.
Former Australian cricketer Usman Khawaja has revealed he secretly battled rheumatoid arthritis throughout his career. Diagnosed at 22, he suffered severe knee pain and feared for his life. Medication helped him return to cricket and achieve success, including 6,229 Test runs and 16 centuries. Retiring in January 2026, Khawaja hopes sharing his experience will inspire others living with chronic illnesses.
Rheumatoid arthritis is a chronic inflammatory disorder that typically affects the joints, causing pain, swelling, and potential long-term damage if left unmanaged.
- •Public reactions and support from the cricketing community regarding Khawaja's health revelation.
- •Potential awareness campaigns or advocacy work by Khawaja for individuals living with chronic illnesses as his January 2026 retirement approaches.