Australia has received a shock regarding the ODI series against India, as Glenn Maxwell may be out of the series due to injury. There is bad news for Australia regarding the ODI series against India, as it is believed that Glenn Maxwell chances of participating in the World Cup also appear to be diminishing. Major Australian players, including regular captain Pat Cummins, vice-captain Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, and Mitchell Starc, are already dealing with injuries.
ICC World Cup 2023 Preparation
All the teams are busy preparing their best for the ICC World Cup, which is just about a month away. Every team aims to achieve a big feat by performing at their best. With such a significant tournament in mind, the selectors would like to include the best players in the team. Australian Cricket had previously announced an 18-member squad for the ODI series against South Africa and India. Initially, it was decided that 15 members would be selected for the World Cup from this squad.
Key Players Including Glenn Maxwell Face Uncertain Participation, Raising Concerns for Australia’s Cricket Campaign
However, now with key Australian players like regular captain Pat Cummins, vice-captain Steve Smith, Glenn Maxwell, and Mitchell Starc facing injuries, it has become a matter of concern for the Australian team. Their participation in the series against India and their roles in the World Cup remain uncertain.
Addressing the questions, the star all-rounder from Australia stated that he is determined to deliver his best performance in the World Cup. If he needs to skip some series to achieve this, he won’t have any regrets. He emphasised that he will make a wise decision and that his entire focus is currently on the World Cup.
Maxwell recently had to be ruled out of the T20 series against South Africa due to an ankle injury and has not featured at any level since his last ODI against India at the Wankhede Stadium.
IND vs AUS ODI Series 2023
The three-match ODI series between India and Australia scheduled for September 22 is crucial in terms of World Cup preparations. While the World Cup is still some time away, all the teams are fully engaged in their preparations and aim to leave no room for complacency. Maxwell mentioned that the selectors have not exerted any pressure on him regarding the Indian tour.
All the teams have until September 5 to announce their 15-member squads, with a player change deadline set for September 27. After completing the ODI series against India, Australia will play World Cup warm-up matches against Netherlands and Pakistan on September 30 and October 3, respectively. Australia’s World Cup campaign will commence against hosts India on October 8 in Chennai.
