Australia’s explosive all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from international cricket. His decision at the age of 38 has sparked widespread debate in the cricketing world. However, he will continue to play franchise T20 cricket. Maxwell’s career has seen many memorable innings, but his unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on November 7, 2023, is one that will hardly be forgotten by any cricket fan. In that match, Australia lost seven wickets for just 91 runs.

Maxwell then single-handedly turned the match around.

Glenn Maxwell Retirement: 7 wickets fell for 91 runs, then Glenn Maxwell hit a historic double century.

Retiring from international cricket, will continue his journey in franchise cricket

Glenn Maxwell announced his retirement from international cricket on November 2, 2026.

His international career spanned nearly 14 years. He played 7 Tests, 149 ODIs, and 130 T20 Internationals for Australia.

Maxwell has already retired from ODI cricket in 2025. He has since continued to represent Australia in T20 Internationals. His last international match was against Oman in the 2026 T20 World Cup. While he will no longer be seen in Australia’s jersey in international cricket, he will continue to play in franchise T20 leagues.

Played a historic innings against Afghanistan in the 2023 World Cup

This match was part of the ICC ODI World Cup 2023.

Batting first at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Afghanistan scored 291 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in their 50 overs. Ibrahim Zadran played a brilliant unbeaten innings of 129 runs. Australia needed 292 runs to win.

Australia’s chase got off to a disastrous start.

Travis Head was dismissed without scoring. David Warner made 18 and Mitchell Marsh 24. Marnus Labuschagne and Josh Inglis also failed to make significant contributions. Australia were quickly reduced to 49 for four.

Maxwell turned the tables after seven wickets fell for 91 runs.

Australia’s troubles continued to mount. By the time the team’s score reached 91, seven batsmen had already departed.

In such circumstances, victory seemed almost impossible. But Glenn Maxwell refused to give up.

He launched a relentless attack on the Afghan bowlers. Maxwell hit shots all over the field, leaving the Afghan bowlers helpless against his batting. Captain Pat Cummins supported him at the other end, batting with a wicket-keeping attitude.

Maxwell continued to bat despite back problems and muscle spasms. At times, he was barely able to stand, but he continued to fight.

He scored an unbeaten 201 off 128 balls and Australia won the match.

Glenn Maxwell scored an unbeaten 201 off 128 balls. His innings included 21 fours and 10 sixes. Captain Pat Cummins supported him with an unbeaten 12 off 68 balls.

The two batsmen added an unbeaten 202-run partnership for the eighth wicket, helping Australia reach 293 for 7 in 46.5 overs and win the match by 3 wickets.

Maxwell’s double century became one of the most memorable innings in ODI World Cup history. His innings not only secured Australia’s victory but also secured their place in the semi-finals.

These big records will remain in Maxwell’s career

Glenn Maxwell has achieved many achievements in his international career. He was part of Australia’s 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cup-winning teams. He was also part of the 2021 T20 World Cup-winning Australian team.

• Played 7 matches in Test cricket.
• Played 149 One Day International matches and scored 3,990 runs.
• Scored 2,897 runs in 130 T20 International matches.
• Scored a total of 10 centuries in international cricket.
• Took 136 wickets in international cricket.
• Played an unbeaten inning of 201 runs against Afghanistan in the ODI World Cup 2023.

What will happen after Maxwell’s retirement?

With Maxwell’s retirement from international cricket, Australia will be missing an experienced and aggressive all-rounder. However, cricket fans are relieved that he is not moving away from franchise cricket. He will continue to play for the Melbourne Stars in the Big Bash League.

Maxwell’s 201-run innings will be considered one of the most celebrated innings in ODI cricket for years to come. The way he led Australia to victory after losing seven wickets for 91 runs exemplified his aggressive play and ability to fight in difficult conditions.