Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has become the latest addition to Australia’s injury list after suffering a freak arm injury while bowling in the nets ahead of the first T20I against New Zealand.
The injury has been deemed serious, ruling Maxwell out of the entire three-match T20I series against New Zealand. Reports also suggest that he could miss the upcoming five-match T20I series against India.
Maxwell Injury Adds to Australia's Growing Concerns
The 36-year-old remains a vital part of Australia’s T20I setup. With the 2021 T20 World Cup winners building towards the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup next year, Maxwell’s injury comes as a significant blow. He joins an already growing list of unavailable players.
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The incident occurred when Maxwell was bowling to Mitchell Owen in the nets. A straight drive from the batter struck Maxwell on the arm before he could react in time, resulting in a fracture. Josh Philippe has been named as Maxwell’s replacement for the New Zealand series.
Australia’s Current Injury and Absentee List in T20Is
Cameron Green
All-rounder Cameron Green has opted out of the T20I series against India to focus on his Ashes preparation. He has returned to Sheffield Shield cricket to fine-tune his red-ball form ahead of the marquee Test series.
Josh Inglis
Wicketkeeper-batter Josh Inglis has been ruled out of the New Zealand T20Is due to a right calf strain. He experienced discomfort during a running session in Perth, and scans later confirmed the injury. Inglis will miss all three matches scheduled from October 1 to 4.
Nathan Ellis
Pacer Nathan Ellis is unavailable for the New Zealand series due to personal reasons, as he welcomes the birth of his first child. However, he is expected to return in time for the India series.
Pat Cummins
Test and ODI captain Pat Cummins will miss both the New Zealand and India T20I series. He is managing a hot spot in his back and is prioritising recovery to be fully fit for the Ashes.
