Allrounder · AU

Glenn Maxwell

Born: Oct 14, 1988
Batting: Right Handed Bat
Bowling: right-arm offbreak
From: Kew, Melbourne, Victoria

Batting career

Career totals by format

Batting career statistics
Format	M	Runs	Avg	SR	HS
Test	7	339	26.08	59.47	104
ODI	153	3,990	33.81	126.71	201*
T20I	130	2,897	28.97	154.42	145*
First-class	14	718	35.9	81.04	140
List A	37	1,187	35.97	107.81	146
T20	255	5,666	28.33	153.84	154*
IPL	141	2,819	23.89	155.15	95
list a	2	19	9.5	105.56	12
Hundred	1	18	18	112.5	18

Bowling career

Career totals by format

Bowling career statistics
Format	M	Wkts	Econ	Overs	Best
Test	7	8	4.43	77.0	4/127
ODI	153	77	5.46	667.0	4/40
T20I	130	51	8.14	186.1	3/10
First-class	14	23	3.26	240.5	5/40
List A	37	21	5.61	182.5	3/42
T20	255	123	7.66	448.4	4/18
IPL	141	41	8.3	170.2	2/15
list a	2	0	5.08	13.0	—

Recent performances

T20 match form

20 Feb 2026vs OMA, T20 WC 2026, #40T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 2/13 (3.0o)

16 Feb 2026vs SL, T20 WC 2026, #30T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/16 (2.0o)

16 Feb 2026vs SL, T20 WC 2026, #30T20I

Batting: 22 (15b)
Bowling: —

13 Feb 2026vs ZIM, T20 WC 2026, #19T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/14 (1.0o)

13 Feb 2026vs ZIM, T20 WC 2026, #19T20I

Batting: 31 (32b)
Bowling: —

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11 Feb 2026vs IRE, T20 WC 2026, #14T20I

Batting: 9 (9b)
Bowling: —

6 Nov 2025vs IND, IND vs AUS 2025, #4T20I

Batting: 2 (4b)
Bowling: —

16 Aug 2025vs SA, SA vs AUS 2025, #3T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/15 (2.0o)

16 Aug 2025vs SA, SA vs AUS 2025, #3T20I

Batting: 62* (36b)
Bowling: —

12 Aug 2025vs SA, SA vs AUS 2025, #2T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 2/44 (4.0o)

12 Aug 2025vs SA, SA vs AUS 2025, #2T20I

Batting: 16 (10b)
Bowling: —

10 Aug 2025vs SA, SA vs AUS 2025, #1T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 1/29 (4.0o)

10 Aug 2025vs SA, SA vs AUS 2025, #1T20I

Batting: 1 (5b)
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28 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #5T20I

Batting: 0 (1b)
Bowling: —

28 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #5T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 1/6 (1.0o)

26 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #4T20I

Batting: 47 (18b)
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25 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #3T20I

Batting: 20 (7b)
Bowling: —

25 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #3T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/31 (2.0o)

23 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #2T20I

Batting: 12 (10b)
Bowling: —

23 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #2T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 2/15 (2.0o)

21 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #1T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/11 (1.0o)

21 Jul 2025vs WI, AUS vs WI 2025, #1T20I

Batting: 11 (10b)
Bowling: —

16 Nov 2024vs PAK, PAK vs AUS 2024, #2T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/11 (1.0o)

16 Nov 2024vs PAK, PAK vs AUS 2024, #2T20I

Batting: 21 (20b)
Bowling: —

14 Nov 2024vs PAK, PAK vs AUS 2024, #1T20I

Batting: 43 (19b)
Bowling: —

24 Jun 2024vs IND, T20 WC 2024, #Super 8, 51stT20I

Batting: 20 (12b)
Bowling: —

23 Jun 2024vs AFG, T20 WC 2024, #Super 8, 48thT20I

Batting: 59 (41b)
Bowling: —

23 Jun 2024vs AFG, T20 WC 2024, #Super 8, 48thT20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/12 (2.0o)

21 Jun 2024vs BAN, T20 WC 2024, #Super 8, 44thT20I

Batting: 14* (6b)
Bowling: —

21 Jun 2024vs BAN, T20 WC 2024, #Super 8, 44thT20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 1/14 (2.0o)

16 Jun 2024vs SCO, T20 WC 2024, #35T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 2/44 (4.0o)

16 Jun 2024vs SCO, T20 WC 2024, #35T20I

Batting: 11 (8b)
Bowling: —

8 Jun 2024vs ENG, T20 WC 2024, #17T20I

Batting: 28 (25b)
Bowling: —

8 Jun 2024vs ENG, T20 WC 2024, #17T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/22 (2.0o)

6 Jun 2024vs OMA, T20 WC 2024, #10T20I

Batting: 0 (1b)
Bowling: —

6 Jun 2024vs OMA, T20 WC 2024, #10T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/11 (2.0o)

25 Feb 2024vs NZ, AUS vs NZ 2024, #3T20I

Batting: 20 (9b)
Bowling: —

23 Feb 2024vs NZ, AUS vs NZ 2024, #2T20I

Batting: 6 (4b)
Bowling: —

21 Feb 2024vs NZ, AUS vs NZ 2024, #1T20I

Batting: 25 (11b)
Bowling: —

21 Feb 2024vs NZ, AUS vs NZ 2024, #1T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 0/32 (2.0o)

13 Feb 2024vs WI, AUS vs WI 2024, #3T20I

Batting: 12 (14b)
Bowling: —

11 Feb 2024vs WI, AUS vs WI 2024, #2T20I

Batting: 120* (55b)
Bowling: —

9 Feb 2024vs WI, AUS vs WI 2024, #1T20I

Batting: 10 (8b)
Bowling: —

9 Feb 2024vs WI, AUS vs WI 2024, #1T20I

Batting: —
Bowling: 1/31 (2.0o)

About Glenn Maxwell

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With a flair for the outrageous and a penchant for the unpredictable, Glenn Maxwell has carved out a unique niche in modern cricket. Drawing comparisons with Virender Sehwag for his audacity and ability to both dazzle and frustrate in equal measure, Maxwell has become a symbol of instinctive, boundary-defying strokeplay. From audacious reverse-scoops to jaw-dropping switch hits, Maxwell makes the impossible look routine — a nightmare for bowlers and captains, and a thrill for fans and commentators alike. A Blistering Rise Maxwell’s rise through the ranks followed a traditional path, but the impact he made was anything but. The 22-year-old announced himself with the fastest fifty in Australian domestic one-day history during the 2011–12 Ryobi Cup. He backed that up with dominant performances in the Emerging Players Tournament, including a 59 off 23 balls against India and a brutal 110 off just 52 against South Africa. These exploits earned him a call-up to Australia’s ODI and T20I squads. While he impressed early on — scoring 56 in just his second ODI — he initially remained a fringe player. However, his explosive potential with the bat, combined with his handy off-spin and athletic fielding, saw him included in Australia’s squad for the 2012 T20 World Cup in Sri Lanka. The Test Opportunity — And the Drop Maxwell made his Test debut during the 2013 tour of India, receiving the coveted Baggy Green in the second Test in Hyderabad. While he struggled with the bat, he showed promise with the ball, taking four wickets in an innings. However, after a modest performance in the final Test, Maxwell was dropped from the Test side — a recurring theme in his red-ball career. The IPL and "The Big Show" Persona The 2013 IPL auction saw Maxwell become the league’s most expensive buy, signed by Mumbai Indians for $1 million. But it was with Kings XI Punjab in 2014 where he truly lit up the tournament. Maxwell smashed seven fifties, including three scores in the 90s, and became the most feared batsman of the season. With short boundaries and flat decks, he turned mis-hits into sixes, becoming a captain’s nightmare and a crowd favourite. World Cup Glory and White-Ball Stardom By now a white-ball mainstay for Australia, Maxwell entered the 2015 World Cup amid questions about his form. The selectors backed him — and he delivered spectacularly. Maxwell scored 324 runs at an average of 64.80 and a staggering strike rate of 182, underlining his match-winning prowess. One of his standout performances came later in 2016, when he bludgeoned 145 off just 65 balls against Sri Lanka in Pallekele — the second-highest individual score in T20Is at the time. Setbacks and Redemption in Tests Despite his white-ball success, Maxwell continued to face hurdles in first-class cricket. In 2016–17, his attempted move to New South Wales was blocked, and he was dropped for Victoria’s opening Sheffield Shield game. He was recalled but failed to impress consistently. However, in 2017, Maxwell got a second shot at Test cricket during the India tour. In Ranchi, he silenced critics with a gritty, uncharacteristic maiden Test century — a crucial knock that helped secure a draw. He retained his place for the next Test and the subsequent tour to Bangladesh but was later dropped again in favour of Shaun Marsh. Even a record-breaking 278 in the Sheffield Shield and a heroic 127 from 102 in a crisis (coming in at 9 for 6) couldn’t permanently win back a spot, as concerns around his temperament in red-ball cricket lingered. The BBL and Continued White-Ball Influence Maxwell remained a dominant figure in the Big Bash League (BBL), especially in the 2018–19 season where he led the Melbourne Stars to the final and had a solid personal campaign. His ability to take responsibility grew in ODIs, particularly during the absence of David Warner and Steve Smith in 2019. Although his World Cup that year was underwhelming, his place in the side remained secure due to his all-round abilities and X-factor potential. Recent Years and World Cup Success Maxwell battled injuries in the years that followed but remained a crucial part of Australia's white-ball core. He played a key role in Australia’s 2021 T20 World Cup triumph and was part of the 2022 squad as well. After recovering from injury in time for the 2023 Cricket World Cup, he was named in the squad — underlining his enduring value in limited-overs formats. While his Test career has stalled — with his last appearance coming in 2017 — Maxwell continues to be a dynamic force in white-ball cricket, blending unorthodox genius with genuine match-winning impact. Glenn Maxwell at a Glance: ODI & T20I Debuts: 2012 Test Debut: 2013 vs India (Hyderabad) Test Matches: 7 Test 100s: 1 (Ranchi, 2017) 2015 World Cup: 324 runs at 64.80, SR: 182 Notable T20I Knock: 145 off 65 vs Sri Lanka, 2016 IPL Highlight: 7 fifties for Kings XI Punjab in 2014 T20 WC Winner: 2021 2023 WC: Returned from injury to be part of squad Last Test: 2017 Legacy Glenn Maxwell is the embodiment of cricket’s evolution — where audacity and improvisation can trump technique, and where instincts rule over orthodoxy. He may never be the textbook cricketer, but few in world cricket can match his ability to change the game in a matter of deliveries. Love him or lament him, Maxwell remains one of the most watchable and unpredictable cricketers of the modern era — a true "Big Show."

Latest news

hindustantimes.com

"I'll never forget some of the shots he played" - Glenn Maxwell reminisces about Virat Kohli's epic knock after retirement

3 Nov 2026

sportskeeda.com

Glenn Maxwell Retires: 5 Indian stars you may not know were his teammates in IPL ft. Ajit Agarkar

2 Nov 2026

sportskeeda.com

BREAKING: Glenn Maxwell announces retirement from international cricket - Reports

2 Nov 2026