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In a surprising twist of events, Australia‘s in-form all-rounder, Glenn Maxwell, has been ruled out of their upcoming ODI World Cup 2023 clash against England, scheduled for Saturday, November 4 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.
Glenn Maxwell’s supreme run in the ODI World Cup 2023
Maxwell has been in outstanding form throughout the ongoing World Cup in India, achieving the distinction of hitting the quickest century in the tournament’s history. He reached the three-digit mark in just 40 balls against the Netherlands. So far, Maxwell has amassed 196 runs in six games, maintaining an average of nearly 40 and a remarkable strike rate of 148.48. Additionally, he contributed with his right-arm off-spin, picking four wickets.
Maxwell’s injury and head coach Andrew McDonald’s confirmation
However, in an unfortunate incident on Monday (October 30), Maxwell lost his balance on a golf cart while returning from the clubhouse to the team bus. As a result, he is expected to undergo concussion protocols for a period of six to eight days. This development presents a significant challenge for the Australian team, as they must now consider potential replacements for one of their key middle-order players. Nonetheless, coach Andrew McDonald has confirmed that Maxwell’s injury is not severe.
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Contrasting fortunes in the points table: Australia and England
Australia currently holds the fifth position on the points table, with four wins in six fixtures. They initially faced two consecutive losses but bounced back with a four-match winning streak, with Maxwell playing a pivotal role during this outstanding run.
In contrast, England finds themselves at the bottom of the table, having suffered five losses out of six games, making their upcoming clash against Australia even more crucial in their bid to turn their fortunes around.
