Glenn Maxwell Announces ODI Retirement After Stellar Career

Jun 02, 2025 Komal Das

Australia’s all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from One Day Internationals (ODIs) after playing 149 matches from 2012 to 2025

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Maxwell scored 3,990 runs, took 77 wickets, and made 91 catches in his ODI career, playing key roles in Australia’s 2015 and 2023 World Cup wins

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He plans to focus on the 2026 ICC T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka and domestic cricket like the Big Bash League

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Maxwell recalled being surprised by his early selection and proud to represent Australia in ODIs

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Known for aggressive batting, he had a career strike rate of 126.70 and scored a memorable unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan in the 2023 World Cup

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He also took four four-wicket hauls with his off-spin bowling, making him a valuable all-rounder

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Physical fitness concerns and long-term team planning led Maxwell to retire from ODIs to allow younger players to step up for the 2027 World Cup

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Selectors Chair George Bailey praised Maxwell’s skill, work ethic, and passion, highlighting his role in Australia’s T20 plans ahead of the next World Cup

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