Australian allrounder Glenn Maxwell announces retirement from international cricket

Australian allrounder Glenn Maxwell on Monday announced his retirement from international cricket, bringing an end to his over a decade-long career.

Known for his aggressive style of play, the 38-year-old had represented Australia across all three formats and was a member of the team's squads that won 2015 and the 2023 One-Day International (ODI) World Cups.

Maxwell had made his international debut in an ODI against Afghanistan in August 2012. He represented the side in 149 ODIs, scoring 3,990 runs with 201 being his best.



Besides, he also took 77 wickets at an average of 47.32, with 4/40 being his best figures.

In September 2012, he had made his T20I debut against Pakistan. Since then, he played 130 games for Australia in the shortest format, scoring 2,897 runs and taking 51 wickets. His highest score in the format remained a 145 and his best bowling figures were 3/10.

Maxwell had also represented Australia in seven Tests after making his debut against India in 2013. His highest in Test was a 104 against India, while 4/127 remains his best bowling figures.