Usman Khawaja expresses his feelings after getting denied his maiden double-hundred

Usman Khawaja (Source: AP Newsroom)

It was extremely tough for Australia's star opener Usman Khawaja who was left stranded on 195 not out against South Africa after the end of the third day's play as skipper Pat Cummins declared the innings overnight.

The reason for this was given that they were looking to bowl the visitors out under the next two days, hence requiring adequate time to get the job done. This left fans and many of the former players bemused as the left-hander was just five short of what could have been his first double-century. 

However, Khawaja cleared the air and revealed that he is not at all disappointed with the move as cricket for him comes first. He further expressed his feelings and mentioned that he would have loved a double hundred but personal milestones come second after your team. Also, he has asked the young and budding players to see and understand how the game should be played.

"Yes and no. I have really enjoyed my career and the ups and downs. Cricket is a great mental game. It has been tough at times and very rewarding at times. Just enjoying the good times at the moment,

"I'd love to have a double ton next to my name but at the end of the day its about the way to showcase what cricket is about. You wanna go there you wanna make milestones, achieve certain goals but at the end of the day its about winning. Any children watching out there anyone watching how Australia plays their sport, its team first and its really important coz you are playing a team game."

Usman Khawaja was in fine form helping his side to clinch the series 2-nil against the Proteas.

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