Lucknow Super Giants' young pace sensation Mayank Yadav seeks redemption after getting hit for two massive sixes by Mumbai Indians' star batter Rohit Sharma. Meanwhile, Gujarat Titans beat KKR with Rashid Khan's best figures of the season. Virender Sehwag slams Glenn Maxwell and Liam Livingstone for their poor performances in IPL 2025, while Avesh Khan's 3 for 37 helps LSG edge past Rajasthan Royals by just 2 runs. Adding to the mix, England's Harry Brook pulls out of the IPL season, leading to a 2-year ban from the league.
In his third season with Punjab Kings (PBKS), Glenn Maxwell's luck wasn't on his side as he was dismissed for a golden duck in their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 opener against Gujarat Titans. The 36-year-old had the option to review the decision but chose not to, only to realize later that the ball was missing the stumps. This marked Maxwell's 19th duck in the IPL, making him the first player to hold this record. However, his IPL career boasts of a tournament win, an MVP title, and a playoff finish.
Despite being one of the most sought-after players in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 auction, Australian cricketer Glenn Maxwell continued his streak of poor form, registering a golden duck in the opening match of the season for Punjab Kings against Gujarat Titans. With this dismissal, Maxwell now holds the record for the most number of ducks in IPL history, surpassing Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik. This adds to an already extensive list of 35 ducks in his T20 career, making him the fourth-highest in this category among all batters.
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's recent golden duck against Gujarat Titans in the IPL 2025 match not only led to his team Punjab Kings' defeat, but also made him the batsman with most "zeros" in the league. Maxwell has 19 ducks to his name in 135 IPL matches, followed by Indian cricketers Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik with 18 ducks each. Meanwhile, PBKS's top performer in the match, Shreyas Iyer, remained unbeaten on 97 runs and added 57 runs with Marcus Stoinis for the fifth wicket after Maxwell's early dismissal.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) has been a catalyst for overnight success for many cricketers, but it has also been a rollercoaster journey for some, like Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell. From being signed for a whopping amount by the Delhi Capitals in 2012, to being released after playing just three matches, Maxwell was left in disbelief at his bank account balance. However, fate had a different plan for him as he was signed by the Punjab Kings the following year and had a breakthrough season, playing a pivotal role in taking Punjab to the final. But as IPL 2021 approaches, Maxwell finds himself with a new team once again, reigniting the question: will the next season be another reversal of fortunes for the talented cricketer?
With impressive batting and bowling stats, Travis Head and Glenn Maxwell have become key players for Australia in the ODI format. Maxwell's match-winning knock against Afghanistan in the 2023 ODI World Cup, where he scored a double century, cemented his reputation as a game-changer. In the 2023 ODI World Cup final against India, it was Head's sublime 137 that broke Indian dreams and led Australia to victory.
As the Champions Trophy heats up in Dubai, Indian bowlers shared their thoughts on the most dangerous batters in the tournament so far. While Ravindra Jadeja tipped Jos Buttler and Glenn Maxwell as formidable match-winners, Md Shami chose New Zealand's Rachin Ravindra for his aggressive approach and shot-making ability. Interestingly, Travis Head was not mentioned despite being a constant thorn in India's side, while Axar Patel picked South African power-hitter Heinrich Klaasen for his high impact in the middle order.
Ghislaine Maxwell, the embattled associate of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, has put her former London home up for sale after selling it to support her defense in her sexual trafficking trial. The property is located in the prestigious Belgravia neighborhood and was allegedly the site of a now-infamous photo of Prince Andrew with a young Epstein accuser. The revamped home is now listed for a hefty price of almost $4 million, featuring a renovated kitchen and luxurious bedroom terrace. Meanwhile, former U.S. President Bill Clinton has denied visiting Epstein's private island in his new memoir, admitting he wishes he had never met the disgraced financier.
Emerging Indian batsman Yashasvi Jaiswal stunned the cricket world with his epic 161 against Australia in the first Border-Gavaskar Trophy match. The 22-year-old not only displayed his ability to adapt to any conditions but also showcased minimal weaknesses, earning praise from Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell. With a promising start to his Test career and 4 centuries in just 15 matches, Jaiswal is predicted to score over 40 Test hundreds and break multiple records. Despite a first-innings failure, Jaiswal's resilience and class in his second-innings knock demonstrated his potential to become a future superstar, according to cricket legend Greg Chappell.
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell, known for his explosive batting and off-spin bowling, will be rejoining Punjab Kings for the IPL 2025 season. This will mark his fourth stint with the franchise, having previously played for Delhi Daredevils and Mumbai Indians as well. Despite attracting interest from other teams, Maxwell's value of INR 4.2 crores came as a surprise to many, given his reputation as one of the top players in the T20I format. Fans can look forward to a strong partnership between Maxwell and Shreyas Iyer in the Punjab Kings' middle order.