In a gripping Big Bash League match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Melbourne Stars faced off against the Sydney Sixers. The Sixers won the toss and elected to bowl first.
The Stars’ innings saw Glenn Maxwell in fine form, notably executing a spectacular reverse ramp shot, contributing significantly to the game’s excitement.
Although the exact milestone of Maxwell reaching 3000 BBL runs wasn’t confirmed, his performance was a key highlight. The match also featured Ben Duckett starting with a six but was dismissed for 20.
Despite early setbacks like Sam Harper’s dismissal, Maxwell’s partnership with Beau Webster was crucial. The game attracted a large crowd, showcasing the high interest in this cricket clash.
Glenn Maxwell
Glenn Maxwell is an Australian cricketer known for his explosive batting and all-rounder capabilities. Nicknamed “The Big Show,” he has made a significant impact in limited-overs formats with his unconventional playing style and ability to score quickly.
Career Highlights
Fast Scorer: One of the fastest scorers in world cricket, known for his ability to hit unconventional shots like reverse sweeps and pulls.
Remarkable ODI Performance: Achieved a monumental 201 not out off 128 balls against Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI World Cup, leading Australia to a remarkable victory.
Test and T20 Achievements: Made his first Test hundred against India in 2017 and has multiple T20I centuries to his name.
Glenn Maxwell Career Statistics
ODIs:
Matches: 145
Runs: 3950
Highest Score: 201*
Average: 34.05
Strike Rate: 126.35
100s: 4, 50s: 23
T20Is:
Matches: 116
Runs: 2664
Highest Score: 145*
Average: 29.93
Strike Rate: 154.97
100s: 5, 50s: 11
Tests:
Matches: 7
Runs: 339
Highest Score: 104
Average: 26.07