Glenn Maxwell retires from international and first-class cricket

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 2 Nov, 20:38 · Archive

Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has retired from international and first-class cricket after more than 13 years.

Glenn Maxwell, the 38-year-old Australian all-rounder, has announced his retirement from international and first-class cricket after more than 13 years playing several formats for Australia. The two-time ODI World Cup winner made the announcement on the Final Word Podcast on Tuesday morning.

Maxwell said there was 'no pressure' from Australian team management in making the decision. He explained that discussions took place before and after the T20 World Cup and remained 'open ended'. He chose to step away from a major send-off playing Sheffield Shield or international T20 to focus on keeping himself in shape.

Maxwell decided against closing his career by playing for Victoria at the MCG, saying he wanted younger talent to have the opportunity to develop. 'There's going to be a lot of change over the next 12 to 24 months with the Olympics coming up,' he said, noting the importance of exposing young players to international pressure.

He plans to have a 'fairytale send-off' in the upcoming BBL season.

How it is being reported

• Aussie cricketing legend Glenn Maxwell retires from International and first-class cricketA two-time ODI World Cup winning batsman has decided to call time on his international and first-class career.The West Australian · 2 Nov, 20:30
• Aussie cricketing legend Glenn Maxwell retires from International and first-class cricketA two-time ODI World Cup winning batsman has decided to call time on his international and first-class career.Perth Now · 2 Nov, 20:29

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