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Glenn Maxwell Announces Retirement from International Cricket
✍️ Amar Ujala · Patna
🗓 03 Nov 2026, 03:36 AM
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Australia’s explosive all‑rounder Glenn Maxwell has declared his retirement from international cricket, ending a career that helped the side win three World Cups.
Glenn Maxwell, the Australian all‑rounder known for his hard‑hitting batting and handy spin, announced his retirement from international cricket on Tuesday, according to reports from Amar Ujala.
Maxwell’s international career spanned 2014 to 2023, during which he played 41 Tests, 74 ODIs and 90 T20Is. He was a key member of Australia’s squads that lifted the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2015, 2021 and 2023.
The 35‑year‑old has been praised for his explosive innings, including a 104‑run knock against England in the 2021 World Cup final, and his ability to bowl economical leg‑spin in the shorter formats.
While Maxwell has not yet outlined his post‑retirement plans, he has expressed a desire to stay involved in cricket through coaching and commentary.
Maxwell’s international career spanned 2014 to 2023, during which he played 41 Tests, 74 ODIs and 90 T20Is. He was a key member of Australia’s squads that lifted the ICC Cricket World Cup in 2015, 2021 and 2023.
The 35‑year‑old has been praised for his explosive innings, including a 104‑run knock against England in the 2021 World Cup final, and his ability to bowl economical leg‑spin in the shorter formats.
While Maxwell has not yet outlined his post‑retirement plans, he has expressed a desire to stay involved in cricket through coaching and commentary.