Glenn Maxwell has been one of the most destructive batters in T20 cricket. He has the ability to turn around the momentum of any game with his stunning ability to hit sixes at will and take down any bowling attack with ease. Another masterclass from Maxwell was on display in the recent BBL match between the Melbourne Stars and Hobart Hurricanes on Sunday, January 19.
Glenn Maxwell unleashed a breathtaking display of power hitting for the Melbourne Stars, hammering an unbeaten 76 from just 32 deliveries against the Hobart Hurricanes. His performance was pivotal as the Stars aimed to secure a crucial win to advance to the Big Bash League finals.
Maxwell’s innings was nothing short of spectacular; he thrilled spectators at the MCG by smashing six sixes, three of which came consecutively in the penultimate over bowled by Cameron Gannon. His knack for spotting and exploiting scoring opportunities left fans and opponents alike in admiration.
Supporting Maxwell, Beau Webster contributed a solid 51, while Marcus Stoinis chipped in with a brisk 32, helping the Stars amass a mammoth 219/5. The team’s aggressive approach was evident as they maintained a run rate of 10.95 throughout their innings.
In reply, the Hurricanes found themselves in early trouble, managing only 53/3 after 4.5 overs, still needing a daunting 167 runs from the remaining 91 balls. Mark Steketee was the standout bowler for the Stars, claiming 3 wickets for a mere 8 runs, putting significant pressure on the Hurricanes’ batting lineup. Despite a quick 37 from Mitchell Owen, the Hurricanes were facing a steep uphill battle to chase down the target set by Maxwell and his teammates.
Glenn Maxwell returns to Punjab Kings for the IPL 2025 season, sparking excitement after signing for ₹4.2 crores in the mega auction. At 36, Maxwell brings a wealth of experience, having played 134 IPL matches where he has scored 2771 runs at a strike rate of 156.73 and scalped 37 wickets with an economy rate of 8.28.
