Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from all forms of international cricket, bringing the curtain down on an extraordinary career that saw him become one of the most destructive
and entertaining players in modern cricket.
The 38-year-old’s decision marks the end of an era for Australian cricket. Known for his fearless batting, innovative strokeplay, useful off-spin and exceptional fielding abilities, Maxwell leaves behind a legacy that goes far beyond numbers and statistics.
Maxwell made his international debut in 2012 and quickly established himself as a valuable member of Australia’s limited-overs setup. He was part of Australia’s victorious campaigns at the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups, as well as the 2021 T20 World Cup.
– 3990 runs & 77 wickets in ODIs.
– 2897 runs & 51 wickets in T20Is.
– 339 runs & 8 wickets in Tests.
– World Cup winner.
– T20I World Cup winner.HAPPY RETIREMENT FOR GLENN MAXWELL – One of the finest in Modern Era for Australia ❤️🫡 https://t.co/5JF4pMJBrw
— Johns. (@CricCrazyJohns) November 2, 2026
Glenn Maxwell’s Career Highlight
One of the defining moments of Maxwell’s career came during the 2023 ODI World Cup against Afghanistan in Mumbai. With Australia struggling at 91/7 while chasing 292, Maxwell produced an extraordinary unbeaten 201 off just 128 deliveries. Battling severe cramps, he played one of the greatest innings in World Cup history, guiding Australia to an unforgettable three-wicket victory alongside Pat Cummins.
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Glenn Maxwell’s International Career Stats
His numbers in international cricket underline his impact across formats. Maxwell represented Australia in seven Tests, scoring 339 runs and claiming eight wickets. In 149 ODIs, he accumulated 3,990 runs at a remarkable strike rate of 126.70 and picked up 77 wickets.
In T20 internationals, he featured in 130 matches, scoring 2,897 runs at a strike rate of 154.42. His five T20I centuries placed him among the most prolific century-makers in the format. He also contributed 51 wickets with his off-spin.
Interestingly, Maxwell had already announced his retirement from ODI cricket in June 2025, choosing to concentrate on the shortest format and manage the physical demands of his career.
With his international journey now coming to an end, cricket bids farewell to a player whose ability to produce the extraordinary made him a global fan favourite. The Big Show leaves international cricket with memories that will remain etched in the sport’s history.
