Australian All-Rounder Glenn Maxwell Announces Retirement from ODI Cricket
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has officially announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket, with Cricket Australia confirming the news.
Focus Now on T20 World Cup
Cricket Australia stated that Maxwell will now focus entirely on the upcoming ICC T20 World Cup. The explosive all-rounder has shifted his priorities to the shortest format of the game, where he continues to be a key figure for Australia.
Career Stats:
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ODIs Played: 149
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Total Runs: 3,990
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Centuries: 4
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Half-centuries: 23
A Historic Knock Against Afghanistan
One of the most unforgettable moments of Maxwell’s ODI career came during the 2023 Cricket World Cup in a match against Afghanistan. Chasing a challenging target and battling fitness issues, Maxwell delivered a heroic innings, scoring 201 runs off just 128 balls*, including 10 sixes and 21 fours.
His remarkable performance not only led Australia to an incredible victory but also secured their place in the semi-finals, making it one of the most iconic innings in World Cup history.
Final Gesture
As a mark of respect, Glenn Maxwell apologized to his captain upon announcing his retirement, showing humility and team spirit even in his farewell.
Maxwell’s retirement marks the end of an exciting chapter in Australian ODI cricket, leaving behind memories of unorthodox brilliance and unmatched flair. He is now expected to be a key player in Australia’s T20 plans moving forward.
