David Warner has publicly endorsed Usman Khawaja’s assertions that the entire Australian cricket team was aware of the 2018 ball-tampering scandal. Khawaja, a former Australian cricketer, detailed in his book that the team had knowledge of the cheating, a claim Warner now supports. Warner, who previously remained silent on the issue, has spoken out after the release of Khawaja’s book. The scandal, known as "sandpapergate," involved the use of sandpaper to alter the ball during a Test match against South Africa. The incident led to widespread criticism and a formal investigation by Cricket Australia. Warner’s comments come as part of ongoing discussions about the integrity of Australian cricket and the impact of the scandal on team dynamics. The controversy has strained relationships within the team and raised questions about the governance of the sport.