Australian cricket legend Glenn Maxwell has officially retired from international cricket, stepping away from all formats of the game including first-class and List A matches. The 38-year-old all-rounder, who has been a central figure in Australian cricket for 14 years, confirmed that he will continue to compete in global franchise T20 leagues. Maxwell noted that his decision was finalized after careful consultations with the team management and reflects a desire to make space for emerging talent.
Reflecting on his transition, Maxwell shared his thoughts on the ‘The Final Word’ podcast. While he expressed some disappointment about not having a fairytale farewell match in front of his home crowd at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, he acknowledged the current direction of the national team. His last appearance for Australia came during the T20 World Cup in February against Oman, following his retirement from One Day International (ODI) cricket in June of the previous year.
Throughout his international career, Maxwell established himself as one of the most explosive white-ball players in the world. He retires with a record-tying five international T20 centuries, a mark he shares with India’s Rohit Sharma. In T20 Internationals, he accumulated 2,897 runs and claimed 51 wickets across 130 matches. His ODI record remains equally impressive, featuring 3,990 runs and 79 wickets in 149 matches, highlighted by a legendary unbeaten 201-run innings against Afghanistan during the 2023 World Cup.
Beyond the limited-overs formats, Maxwell’s career included seven Test matches played until 2017, where he scored 339 runs, including a century against India. Although his international chapter has closed, fans can still see the veteran on the field through various domestic leagues. He maintains a long-term commitment to the Big Bash League, with his contract at the Melbourne Stars extending through the 2027-28 season, where he intends to continue showcasing his versatile all-round skills.
