Melissa Prince passed away from cancer at the age of 40, leaving her husband and their three sons heartbroken. Khawaja formed a connection with Ashwell Prince during their time playing together for Lancashire in England. Ashwell represented South Africa in 66 Tests and 52 ODIs between 2002 and 2011.
"It was extremely difficult to have to see you endure as much pain as you did in the last few months of your life," he wrote.
"We miss you mama and can hardly believe that you're gone. But you have mande an imprint in all of our hearts that can never be erased. Happy new year my love. Rest in Peace up there, your boys will always love you!"
Usman Khawaja Was the Only Australian to Wear a Black Armband in the Fifth Test
This gesture isn't the first time Khawaja has stood out by wearing a black armband. In December, he faced accusations of using a black armband to make a statement regarding the war in Palestine during the first Test vs Pakistan. The ICC reprimanded him for breaching its Clothing and Equipment Regulations.
Usman Khawaja Faces Pressure After Disappointing Series Against India
The left-handed batter has struggled against Jasprit Bumrah in the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy series. Khawaja has managed only 143 runs in nine innings at an average of 17.88. He was dismissed for just two runs off nine balls, with Bumrah getting him out on the final delivery of the day in Sydney.
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