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Cricketer Usman Khawaja has revealed how his teammates paused their traditional champagne celebration after winning The Ashes to make sure he was included, with his Muslim faith meaning he avoids alcohol.
The touching moment he shared with his team likely flew under the radar for many on Sunday night, as Australia celebrated their Ashes success.
Excited fans watched as the Australian team began to divulge in wild celebrations after a 4-0 win over England.
As several of his teammates vigorously shake and spray champagne Khawaja is seen leaving the stage.
But captain Pat Cummins is quick to notice his absence and signals to his teammates to put a pause on their raucous bottle-popping.
Excited fans watched as the Australian team began to divulge in wild celebrations after a 4-0 win over England on Sunday night however Usman Khawaja was forced to run from the stage
As several players motion for Khawaja to join them he runs to take a place in the centre - posing for photos without the sprays of champagne (pictured)
As several motion for Khawaja to join them he runs to take a place in the centre - posing for photos without the sprays of champagne.
The cricketer took to Twitter to praise his teammates for the heartwarming gesture, posting footage of the
