SA vs AUS: Glenn Maxwell Ruled Out Of South Africa Tour, Dark Clouds On ICC World Cup 2023 Participation

With Just a few weeks before the start of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, the Australian cricket team has been hit by yet another injury setback. Star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell sustained an unfortunate injury during a practice session in Durban during Australia’s tour of South Africa.

Skipper Pat Cummins, fast bowler Mitchell Starc, and ace batter Steve Smith had already been ruled out of the white-ball series against South Africa. Mitchell Marsh will lead both the white-ball teams. The visiting team is scheduled to play three T20Is, followed by five ODIs, during the tour.

The 34-year-old batter experienced an ankle aggravation during the practice session before the start of the T20I series against South Africa on Wednesday. The swashbuckling all–rounder is set to return home along with his wife, as they are expecting the birth of their first child.

We Will Monitor Glenn Maxwell’s Recovery – Tony Dodemaide

National selector Tony Dodemaide mentioned that they anticipate Glenn Maxwell to recover before the ODI World Cup in India. Dodemaide emphasized that they are being cautious with his selection, given his freak leg injury in the past.

“We will monitor Glenn’s recovery with a view to him being available for the three-match ODI series in India in advance of the World Cup,” Dodemaide said.

The Australian cricket team is scheduled to play a three-match ODI series against India as part of their World Cup preparation. The ODI series is set to be held between September 22 and 27. This series will serve as the final assignment for both teams before the tournament.

Matthew Wade Recalled To T20 Squad

Veteran wicketkeeper Matthew Wade replaced injured Glenn Maxwell in the T20I squad. Maxwell, Steve Smith, Mitchell Starc, Pat Cummins, Josh Hazlewood, Cameron Green, and David Warner will not take part in the shorter format during the tour of South Africa.

Australia T20 Squad: Mitchell Marsh (c), Sean Abbott, Tim David, Ben Dwarshuis, Nathan Ellis, Aaron Hardie, Travis Head, Josh Inglis, Spencer Johnson, Matt Short, Marcus Stoinis, Ashton Turner, Matthew Wade, Adam Zampa