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Australia sweep series against New Zealand with 27-run victory | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia completed a clean sweep of the T20I series against New Zealand with a 27-run victory in a rain-shortened third Twenty20 match in Auckland on Sunday.After Australia set a target of 126 off 10 overs, under the Duckworth-Lewis-Stern method, New Zealand managed 98/3 in their chase, falling short despite Glenn Phillips' unbeaten knock of 40 off 24 balls.SCORECARD: New Zealand vs Australia 3rd T20IAustralian pace bowler Spencer Johnson made an impressive debut in the series, claiming figures of 1-10 off his two overs.Rain interruptions affected Australia's innings, which saw them post 118/4 from 10.4 overs after being asked to bat first at Eden Park. Travis Head top-scored with 33 off 30 balls, while Matthew Short and Glenn Maxwell provided quick runs with 27 off 11 balls...
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Glenn Maxwell’s Recovery: Night Out Fiasco to Record-Equalling T20I Hundred | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australian swashbuckler Glenn Maxwell said that ending up in the hospital during a late-night party in Adelaide was "less than ideal" in regards to the widely reported incident last month, stating that his family was more impacted than he was by the unexpected turns of events.Last month, Maxwell was feeling ill and was taken to the hospital in an ambulance while he was out drinking and attending a performance by the band "Six and Out," which featured former Australian fast bowler Brett Lee.It was alleged that during the journey, he passed out."I think probably it affected my family a little bit more than it affected me. I knew I had that week off. And obviously that incident was less than ideal, and the timing," Maxwell was quoted as saying by the 'Australian Associated Press...
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‘Lucky to have him’: Mitchell Marsh hails Glenn Maxwell after Australia’s win over West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Following Australia's 34-run victory over the West Indies in the second T20I in Adelaide on Sunday, Australian skipper Mitchell Marsh expressed his appreciation for Glenn Maxwell's contribution to the team.During the post-match presentation, Marsh mentioned that the team is fortunate to have Maxwell in their squad.Describing the game against the West Indies as "great," Marsh also lauded the overall performance of his team in the T20I format over the last six months.Australia's win in the second T20I showcased their prowess in the shortest format of the game."I thought it was a great game; I thought 220 was par, so I needed every bit of that 240. (Maxwell) has always done it; he's unbelievable. We are incredibly lucky to have Maxwell. I think we've played some really good T20 ...
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Glenn Maxwell blasts unbeaten 120 as Australia beat West Indies in 2nd T20I | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a spectacular display of big-hitting prowess, Glenn Maxwell powered Australia to victory against the West Indies in the second Twenty20 international in Adelaide.Maxwell's explosive century, achieved in just 50 balls, played a pivotal role in Australia's commanding performance, as he hammered an impressive 120 not out from 55 deliveries. The innings featured eight sixes and 12 fours, propelling Australia to a formidable total of 241-4.In response, the West Indies put up a valiant effort but fell short, managing only 207-9.Rovman Powell, the West Indies skipper, led the charge with a battling 63.With this victory, Australia sealed the series after winning the first clash in Hobart by 11 runs. The teams are set to face off for the final match in Perth on Tuesday, providing a...
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Glenn Maxwell equals Rohit Sharma as batter with most T20I centuries with 120 vs WI

Glenn Maxwell equalled India skipper Rohit Sharma’s record for the most number of centuries in the T20I format with his blistering 120 runs against West Indies in the 2nd T20 on Sunday. Now, both batters have 5 T20I international centuries. Maxwell took just 55 balls to reach 120 in an innings which was peppered with 12 boundaries and 8 sixes as he helped the Aussies post 241/4. “It was good fun, that’s for sure. Always good batting here, we saw in the Big Bash how good the wickets were during the tournament. The wicket was nice and true. I have always rely on my hand speed, worked for me today. Give myself the best chance always. My parents are here In Adelaide as well. Nice to play a positive knock,” the player said during the mid-innings break. The West Indies had to chase the total ...
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Glenn Maxwell slams fifth T20I hundred to equal Rohit Sharma’s record | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Big-hitting Glenn Maxwell slammed a scorching 50-ball century, his fifth in T20Is, to equal Indian skipper Rohit Sharma’s record during the second Twenty20 international against West Indies in Adelaide on Sunday.Australia, who lead the three-match series 1-0, raced to 241-4 after being put into bat in the 2nd T20I.The 35-year-old showcased remarkable form, entering the field with the hosts at 64-3 in the seventh over.He unleashed an onslaught, smashing eight sixes and 12 fours in a scintillating innings, remaining unbeaten with a score of 120 from just 55 deliveries.Maxwell shared an 82-run partnership with Marcus Stoinis (16) before being joined by fellow big-hitter Tim David (31 off 14) in a 95-run stand that saw him bring up his fifth T20 century. Maxwell has accumulated a...
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David Warner joins elite company with 100 appearances in all formats | – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Seasoned Australia opener David Warner achieved a remarkable milestone, becoming the first player from his nation to make 100 appearances in all formats of the game. Warner's landmark was celebrated as he took to the field for Australia's first T20I clash against West Indies on Friday.Warner's 100th T20I appearance saw him join the ranks of former skipper Aaron Finch (103) and star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell (100) as just the third Australian player to achieve the feat in the shortest format. Warner now shares the elite company of India's Virat Kohli and New Zealand's Ross Taylor as the only players to represent their countries a hundred times in all formats.Speaking about the milestone, Warner expressed his thoughts after winning the toss and electing to bowl first. "We were ...
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Glenn Maxwell returns, Mitch Marsh to lead Australia in T20I series against West Indies | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Australia have announced a 14-player squad for the upcoming T20 International series against the West Indies, scheduled to commence on February 9. The squad sees the return of dynamic all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, while Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins will be rested for the series as part of their management ahead of the New Zealand tour.Mitch Marsh will lead the side, providing an opportunity for Australia to fine-tune their preparations for the T20 World Cup. Steve Smith, who had been trialed as an opener in the recent series in India, is also set to take a break, while David Warner, who has retired from Tests and ODIs, will resume his position at the top of the order.Cricket Australia's chief selector, George Bailey, highlighted the significance of the series in shaping the T2...
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Any decision you make you’ve got to own it and be comfortable with it: Cummins on Maxwell | Cricket News – Times of India

Australia captain Pat Cummins found himself in the vicinity of the incident involving his World Cup-winning teammate Glenn Maxwell, who was reportedly rushed to the hospital after a late-night drinking session following a concert by 'Six and Out' in Adelaide. Cummins clarified that he and Maxwell did not cross paths during the event.Cummins asserted that he had left the venue well before Maxwell allegedly lost consciousness and had to be taken to the hospital in an ambulance.In response to the incident, Cummins emphasised the importance of taking responsibility for one's decisions, stating that any decision made should be owned by the individual.The incident involving Maxwell has drawn attention, and Cummins' remarks underscore the accountability associated with personal choices, especi...
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Glenn Maxwell actually lost consciousness after late night drinking session: Report | Cricket News – Times of India

SYDNEY: Flamboyant all-rounder Glenn Maxwell actually lost consciousness and did not respond to efforts to wake him up before he was rushed to hospital after a late night drinking session in Adelaide last week, according to a report.Earlier reports did not mention in detail under what circumstances Maxwell was taken to the hospital but a Sydney Morning Herald report said that he lost consciousness and woke up on the way.Maxwell was watching a concert when the incident took place."...after the show, during which Maxwell was photographed with numerous members of the crowd, he and his friends retired to the backstage area where they drank and sang songs with 'Six and Out' (band) and other friends invited into the room," the report said, citing unnamed multiple sources."It was during this i...
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‘Only ‘Maxy’ can answer that one’: Pat Cummins hits out at Glenn Maxwell following another ‘alcohol-related incident’

Australia Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins didn’t minced his words on Glenn Maxwell, following “alcohol-related incident” for which the all-rounder was taken to the hospital in an ambulance on January 19 night after he fell and lost consciousness.“Potentially, I think only ‘Maxy’ can answer that one,” Cummins told reporters. “I was there at The Gov for the concert but I left pretty early – I knew he was in town but I didn’t cross paths with Maxy at all. “We’re all adults and part of being an adult is you make your own decisions. “In terms of this incident, he wasn’t on tour with Australia, he was over there for a private event, so he wasn’t with the cricket team, so it is a little bit different, but absolutely, any decision you make you’ve got to own it and be comfortable with it. “I t...
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Australia announce ODI squad for West Indies series; Maxwell rested, Fraser-McGurk and Bartlett called in | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Cricket Australia revealed its 13-member ODI squad to face West Indies, featuring notable exclusions and inclusions. Glenn Maxwell will be rested, while Jhye Richardson has been ruled out due to injury. Exciting young batter Jake Fraser-McGurk and uncapped speedster Xavier Bartlett have earned call-ups to the squad.Fraser-McGurk, recognized as one of Australia's most promising batters, joins the ODI squad after showcasing his talent with a world-record 29-ball century in the Marsh Cup earlier this season.The 21-year-old, currently playing for Melbourne Renegades in the Big Bash League (BBL), recently scored a maiden first-class century and accumulated 257 runs with an impressive strike rate of 158.64.Cricket Australia clarified that Glenn Maxwell's exclusion is part of a work...
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Rohit Sharma’s exceptional captaincy skills in thrilling T20I victory | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: India's captain, Rohit Sharma, displayed exceptional leadership and resilience in the third T20I against Afghanistan, guiding his team to a thrilling victory and equalling the T20I win record set by the legendary MS Dhoni. Having faced setbacks in the first two matches of his comeback T20I series, Rohit's triumphant comeback, 121 not out off 69 balls, in Bengaluru showcased both individual brilliance and strategic acumen.Teaming up with finisher Rinku Singh (69* off 39), Rohit rescued India from a precarious batting situation, leading the hosts to a victory in the double Super Over thriller. His outstanding century, a record-breaking fifth T20I century for India, and an unbeaten 190-run partnership with Rinku Singh helped India recover from 22/4 to post a formidable total of ...
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Watch: Mayhem in Bengaluru! Rohit Sharma-Rinku Singh slam 36 runs in an over to equal T20I record | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: In a remarkable display of batting prowess, star Indian batters Rohit Sharma and Rinku Singh etched their names in T20I history by matching the record for the highest number of runs scored off a single over.The final five overs of the match witnessed a spectacular display of power-hitting as India accumulated a staggering 103 runs. Rohit and the left-handed Rinku in particular stole the show by smashing an incredible 36 runs off Afghanistan's Karim Janat's final over of the innings, which included a six off a no-ball.Rohit opened the over with a stunning four, and followed it up with consecutives sixes off a no-ball and on a free hit. Rohit then took a single off the third ball of the over, handing the baton to Rinku, who hit three humongous back-to-back sixes off the final t...
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Watch: Glenn Maxwell’s on-field commentary during Big Bash League | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The Big Bash League in Australia is known for innovative inventions. From Bat Flip for the toss, to the latest Electra Stumps, the innovations at the league keep getting better and better.One such innovation has been the Player Mic that has been going on for quite some now in the BBL.In the match between Melbourne Stars and Sydney Thunder at the Lavington Sports Oval in Albury on Saturday, it was Melbourne Stars captain Glenn Maxwell who was on the Player Mic talking to the panel of commentators that included former pacer Brett Lee amongst others.The conversation ranged from field placings to a fine stop by Marcus Stoinis in the covers.The hilarious remarks by Maxwell drew laughter from the commentators on more than one occasion.The Big Bash League shared a compilation of the...
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‘No, he doesn’t deserve it…’: Ricky Ponting on Glenn Maxwell’s bid for Test return | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting has voiced his opinion against the immediate return of dashing all-rounder Glenn Maxwell to Test cricket, emphasizing the need for proven performance in First-Class matches. Despite Maxwell's recent stellar displays in limited-overs cricket, Ponting believes that the 35-year-old must accumulate substantial First-Class runs to merit consideration for the red-ball format.Maxwell, Australia's standout performer in the recent ODI World Cup, has played only seven Tests since his debut in 2013. Excluded from the ongoing Test series against Pakistan, Ponting stressed the importance of a substantial First-Class record for any player aspiring to join the Test squad."No one deserves a chance unless you've got a truckload of first-class runs behind...
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He doesn’t deserve it: Ricky Ponting on Glenn Maxwell’s bid to return to Test cricket for Australia

As explosive batter Glenn Maxwell eyes a return to the Australian Test side in 2025, former skipper Ricky Ponting thinks otherwise. “No one deserves a chance unless you’ve got a truckload of first-class runs behind you. I’m a no; he doesn’t deserve it. But, if he gets a chance to go back and make some first-class runs, then he can force his way back in,” Ponting said on Channel 7. Maxwell, who is one of the stars of Australia’s triumphant 2023 world Cup campaign, has played only 7 Tests for the Baggy Greens since his debut in 2013 with his last match coming against Bangladesh in 2017. He has made just 44 Shield appearances in his career, representing Victoria and since October 2019, he has made just one appearance in the tournament. He, however, has played in the County Championship la...
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Watch: Suryakumar Yadav’s beast mode, smashes 3 sixes and a four in Andile Phehlukwayo’s over | Cricket News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Nobody can stop Suryakumar Yadav when he switches his beast mode on in the middle, and the same thing happened on Thursday when the Indian skipper ripped apart South African pacer Andile Phehlukwayo for three sixes and a boundary during the third and final T20I of the series in Johannesburg.Surya hammered Phehlukwayo for 22 runs in the 13th over through a sequence of 6, 4, 6, 6, an over in which he also brought up his fifty along with that last maximum.Surya launched an assault on Phehlukwayo by clobbering his leg-cutter over cow corner for a massive six on the second delivery of the over and followed it with a boundary. He then played a lofted on-drive for a maximum and also brought up his 32-ball fifty with that shot.There was no stopping for Surya as this time he walked ac...
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Suryakumar Yadav equals Rohit Sharma, Glenn Maxwell’s record for most T20I hundreds – Times of India

Suryakumar Yadav continues to be unstoppable in T20I cricket, reaching another milestone in his illustrious career during the third and final T20I against South Africa in Johannesburg on Thursday. The top-ranked T20I batter Surya smashed his fourth T20I century to draw level with Rohit Sharma and Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's record for most T20I hundreds. He also became the second highest batter to hit most sixes for India in the shortest format of the game. Source link