Maxwell in Auction: All the franchises announced their retention list before the IPL mega auction. Many were shocked to see the RCB’s retention list. Because all-rounder Glenn Maxwell was released.
With the super flop in the previous season, it was certain that this would happen. However, it was said that RCB would use an RTM card for him. Now that seems to be difficult.
RCB Releases Glenn Maxwell: Future in IPL Uncertain
Glenn Maxwell has been plagued by injuries for the past few years. So many important series are missed. Also, the form has become a matter of concern. Meanwhile, RCB released him. But looking at his social media posts, the chances of him using the franchise RTM card have increased.
How can the RCB franchise trust Glenn Maxwell who is suffering from injury? Glenn Maxwell suffered an injury in the third match of the T20 series against Pakistan. So there is a possibility of staying away from cricket for a month.
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Maxwell’s Test Ambitions Clash with Fitness Issues
The five-match Test series between Australia and India begins on November 22. After this, Australia will tour Sri Lanka for two Test matches. Glenn Maxwell is likely to play in this series. Before this series, he wanted to play first-class cricket matches. But it is impossible to play due to injury.
Glenn Maxwell spoke to ESPNcricinfo last month and expressed his desire to play Test cricket. But Maxwell is currently suffering from a hamstring problem. So it is difficult to play in Test format.
Will Maxwell Find a Buyer in Auction?
If we see that, there are still four months left before the start of the IPL 2025 tournament. By then Maxwell will be fine. But this is just math. So it is equally true that franchises will consider bidding for Maxwell. Don’t be surprised if Maxwell remains unsold.
