Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, one of the most explosive and versatile players of his generation, has announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing the curtain down on a remarkable 14-year career.
Known around the world as ‘The Big Show,’ the 38-year-old leaves the international stage with a legacy built on breathtaking batting, clever off-spin, and some of the most unforgettable performances in modern cricket.
Maxwell revealed that his final international appearance came against Oman during the recently concluded ICC Men’s T20 World Cup. He said the decision followed discussions with team management and was made with Australia’s future in mind, allowing younger players greater opportunities to establish themselves in the national side.
However, Maxwell is expected to continue playing in franchise-based T20 leagues.
A remarkable international career
Throughout his career, Maxwell thrilled fans with his aggressive approach to batting and his ability to change the course of a match in a matter of overs. His international record reflects his impact across all three formats.
One-Day Internationals (ODIs)
Maxwell featured in 149 ODIs, scoring 3,990 runs at an impressive strike rate of 126.7. One of the defining moments of his career came at the 2023 ODI World Cup, when he produced an extraordinary unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan despite battling severe physical discomfort. The innings is widely regarded as one of the greatest individual performances in World Cup history.
Twenty20 Internationals (T20Is)
In 130 T20I appearances, Maxwell accumulated 2,897 runs at a strike rate of 154.42. He also registered five international T20 centuries, with his career-best score of 145 not out coming against Sri Lanka at Pallekele.
Test cricket
Maxwell represented Australia in seven Test matches, including scoring a century against India.
Bowling contributions
A skilful right-arm off-spinner, Maxwell also made a valuable contribution with the ball, claiming 136 wickets across international cricket.
A champion on the world stage
Maxwell was part of Australia’s World Cup-winning campaigns at the 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cups, as well as their triumph at the 2021 T20 World Cup.
His ability to deliver match-winning performances under pressure made him one of Australia’s most valuable players across formats.
With his retirement, international cricket bids farewell to a player who brought extraordinary energy, innovation and entertainment to the game. Glenn Maxwell’s remarkable performances and fearless approach will remain etched in the memories of cricket fans around the world.
