Glenn Maxwell Announces ODI Retirement, Leaving a Remarkable Legacy

Glenn Maxwell has announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals, concluding a stellar career marked by numerous records. With achievements such as the fastest ODI century for Australia and the highest individual score in an ODI run-chase, Maxwell's impact on the game is significant. His legacy includes being the leading six-hitter for Australia in World Cups and holding the record for the second-fastest double century in ODIs. This article explores his remarkable journey and the records he leaves behind.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jun 2, 2025, 15:52 IST

Glenn Maxwell's Retirement from ODIs

Glenn Maxwell has officially retired from One-Day Internationals (ODIs), concluding a remarkable career filled with impressive records. His achievements include the fastest century by an Australian in ODIs and the highest individual score in an ODI run-chase.

New Delhi: The Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has declared his retirement from ODIs effective immediately. A two-time World Cup champion, Maxwell participated in 149 matches, accumulating 3,990 runs with an average of 33.81 and a strike rate of 126.70. His career includes four centuries and 23 half-centuries.

Maxwell's retirement signifies the end of an extraordinary ODI journey, during which he set numerous records. Below are some of his key accomplishments:

Record-Breaking Achievements

Highest Individual Score in an ODI Run-Chase

Maxwell set the record for the highest individual score in an ODI run-chase, scoring an unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan in the 2023 World Cup. This achievement made him the first Australian to score a double-century in ODIs.

Fastest ODI Century for Australia

He also holds the record for the fastest century by an Australian in ODIs, reaching this milestone in just 40 balls against the Netherlands during the 2023 World Cup.

Most Centuries at No. 5 or Below in World Cups

In World Cup history, Maxwell has the most centuries while batting at number five or lower, with three centuries to his credit.

Second-Most Sixes for Australia in ODIs

Maxwell hit 155 sixes in ODIs, ranking second for Australia, just behind Ricky Ponting, who hit 159 sixes.

Highest Career Strike-Rate

He retires with the highest career strike-rate among players with 100 or more ODIs, boasting a strike rate of 126.70, placing him second overall behind Andre Russell, who has a strike rate of 130.22 in 56 ODIs.

Second-Fastest Double Century in ODIs

Maxwell also holds the record for the second-fastest double century in ODIs, reaching 200 runs against Afghanistan in just 128 balls.

Third-Most Sixes in World Cup History

He concluded his World Cup career with 43 sixes, ranking third behind Rohit Sharma and Chris Gayle. During the 2023 World Cup, he surpassed David Warner to become Australia's leading six-hitter in World Cup history.