New Delhi New Delhi: Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has shared his reaction on not being retained by Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) ahead of the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL). Maxwell revealed that he received a call from RCB director of cricket Mo Bobt and head coach Andy Flower, informing him of the decision. Since joining RCB, Maxwell has played 52 matches, scoring 1,266 runs at an average of 28.77 and a strike rate of 159.25, including 12 half-centuries and a highest score of 78. Speaking on ESPNcricinfo's 'Around the Wicket' show, Maxwell revealed that he was on a Zoom call with Bobt and Flower, where they discussed the decision. The 36-year-old described it as a “beautiful” exit meeting, adding that the discussion was unexpectedly positive. “I got a call from Mo Bobt and Andy Flower. I was sitting on a Zoom call and they told me about the decision not to retain,” Maxwell said.
It was indeed a very beautiful exit meeting, if such a thing can be. We talked about the game for about half an hour, discussing their strategies and future plans. So, I was really happy with it.” On Thursday, the Bengaluru-based franchise announced that they have retained Virat Kohli, Rajat Patidar and Yash Dayal ahead of the IPL 2025 mega auction to be held later this year. Maxwell's Apart from this, RCB has not retained star Indian fast bowler Mohammed Siraj, former captain Faf du Plessis or England's Will Jacques. In the IPL 2024 season, RCB finished in the top four with 14 points after winning seven of their 14 matches. However, their campaign ended with a four-wicket defeat to Rajasthan Royals (RR) in the playoffs.
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