A decision by Glenn Maxwell, Australian cricket's all-rounder and one of the most dangerous white-ball batsmen, has surprised cricket fans around the world. Maxwell, who made the impossible possible with his amazing and explosive batting on the field, suddenly announced his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket by sharing an emotional post at 'midnight'. Giving the reason for his decision, he clarified that due to his increasing age and the time taken for the recovery of his body, it had become necessary for him to take this step. Along with this, while announcing his retirement, he did not forget to remember his incredible and historic double century innings played against Afghanistan during the 2023 ODI World Cup, which is still known as the miraculous innings of 'Deadman' in the cricket world. #1. Why did Glenn Maxwell suddenly decide to retire at midnight? This decision of Glenn Maxwell was considered to be quite sudden and unexpected. In his long message shared on social media late night, the Australian legend wrote that in the ODI format, his body no longer feels able to withstand the constant stress of fielding and aggressive batting for 50 overs. Repeated injuries and the lengthy recovery process forced him to think it was the right time to retire. Maxwell made it clear that he will continue to play international T20 cricket for his country and serve in the franchise league, but by saying goodbye to the ODI format, he is clearing the way for young players to join Australia's 50-over team. #1. That 'deadman' innings of the 2023 World Cup: Scored a double century when his legs were not working. Recalling the most memorable moments of his career, Glenn Maxwell made special mention of his historic innings played against Afghanistan on 7 November 2023 at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. In that match, while chasing the target of 292 runs, the Australian team was on the verge of defeat after losing 7 wickets for just 91 runs. Due to back spasms and severe muscle strains in both legs, Maxwell was not able to even walk on the field. Doctors and physios were advising him to retire hurt and go out, but Maxwell, standing on one leg, attacked the Afghanistan bowlers only with the help of his upper body (arm strength). Struggling with pain, he not only led Australia to victory by playing an unbeaten and miraculous inning of 201 runs in just 128 balls, but also became immortal in the pages of history. #1. A brilliant journey of 142 ODI matches: a season of sixes, swing-reverse and all-rounder performances Glenn Maxwell has had a very impressive and memorable journey in ODI cricket wearing the Australian jersey. Representing Australia in 142 ODI matches, Maxwell scored more than 3,500 runs and during this time his strike rate was more than 125, which is considered to be the best in the history of ODI cricket. Apart from hitting sixes with the bat and disrupting the line-length of the bowlers through switch-hitting, he also took more than 70 wickets with his useful off-spin bowling. He was one of the main pillars of the Australian team that won the ODI World Cup in 2015 and 2023. #1. The cricket world and fans gave a grand farewell to Maxi. As soon as the news of Maxwell's retirement spread, former legendary cricketers, his fellow players and millions of fans around the world started wishing him well. The Australian captain and the cricket board wholeheartedly appreciated his contribution. The new dimension, aggression and entertainment that this player, popularly known as 'Mad Maxi', gave to ODI cricket will remain an example for the coming generations. Although fans will never be able to see him in an ODI jersey again, Glenn Maxwell's name will continue to shine in the golden letters of cricket whenever that 'deadman' innings of 201 runs is remembered.
