Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell stunned the cricket world with his unbeaten 201-run knock against Afghanistan, leading his team to the semi-finals of the Cricket World Cup 2023. Maxwell’s teammate in the Indian Premier League side Royal Challengers Bangalore, Virat Kohli, took to social media to praise his performance. Kohli, who frequently competes against Maxwell in the IPL, said that only the Australian star could have achieved such a feat.
In an Instagram story, Kohli wrote, “Only you could do this, freak @gmaxi_32.” Maxwell also expressed his gratitude on Twitter, acknowledging the overwhelming support he received after his record-breaking innings. He thanked everyone for their messages and praised his teammate Pat Cummins for his outstanding performance during the match.
Maxwell’s knock was not without its share of luck, as he was dropped by Afghanistan fielders on multiple occasions. He admitted that it would have been better if he hadn’t received those lifelines on his way to his first double century. Reflecting on his innings, Maxwell mentioned that the heat affected him while fielding and he wanted to stay back and get some movement in his legs. Despite the challenging situation, he remained positive and played his shots.
Speaking about the match, Maxwell said, “It would have been nice if it was a chanceless knock, but I had my chances. Making the most of it tonight is something I can be proud of.” He also highlighted the team’s belief and resilience, stating that despite being written off after the first two games, they always had faith in their abilities.
Maxwell’s incredible innings has captivated the cricketing fraternity and has further solidified his reputation as one of the most destructive batsmen in the game. As Australia progresses to the semi-finals of the Cricket World Cup 2023, fans eagerly await more spectacular performances from Maxwell and his teammates.
