Glenn Maxwell Retires From International Cricket
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from international cricket, ending a career spanning more than a decade across all three formats. The 38-year-old confirmed his decision on November 3, 2026, explaining that he wanted to manage his fitness and extend his remaining playing career in franchise cricket. Maxwell had already retired from One-Day Internationals in 2025 and will now also step away from domestic first-class and List A cricket for Victoria.
Glenn Maxwell Ends T20I Career With 2,897 Runs
Maxwell represented Australia in 130 T20 Internationals, scoring 2,897 runs at an average of 28.97 and a strike rate of 154.42.
He registered five T20I centuries, sharing the record with India’s Rohit Sharma, alongside 51 wickets and 62 catches.
His highest T20I score was an unbeaten 145 against Sri Lanka in 2016.
Across all formats, Maxwell played 149 ODIs, 130 T20Is and seven Tests, scoring more than 7,000 international runs.
Maxwell Misses Farewell Match at Melbourne Cricket Ground
Maxwell revealed that he had hoped to play a final international match at the Melbourne Cricket Ground against England later this month.
However, Australia’s selectors opted to introduce younger players as the team prepares for future tournaments, including the 2028 Olympics.
Speaking on The Final Word podcast, Maxwell said he understood the selectors’ decision and had not faced pressure to retire.
He also acknowledged becoming emotional while informing his Victoria teammates about his retirement.
Three-Time World Cup Winner to Continue Franchise Cricket
Maxwell played an important role in Australia’s victorious 2015 and 2023 ODI World Cup campaigns and the 2021 T20 World Cup triumph.
His unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan during the 2023 World Cup remains among his most memorable performances.
Although his international career has ended, Maxwell will continue playing franchise T20 cricket, including for Melbourne Stars in the upcoming Big Bash League.
