In a cricketing extravaganza witnessed by the world, Glenn Maxwell unleashed a relentless assault on the Afghanistan bowling attack at Mumbai’s Wankhede Stadium during the 39th match of the ICC World Cup 2023.
From the onset, it was evident that no bowler could rein in Maxwell’s onslaught, which transformed into a match-winning double century. However, a critical missed opportunity by Mujeeb Ur Rahman in the early stages of Maxwell’s innings proved pivotal.
The internet erupted in a frenzy of awe and admiration for Maxwell’s historic innings, rating it as one of the greatest knocks in the annals of cricketing history.
Loved how Maxwell made them dance on his finger tips while injured, todayโs dance moves were surely better than before #kiyonkedilhaiPakistani
Good luck my team @TheRealPCB ๐ต๐ฐ #CWC23 pic.twitter.com/iAFdsiBzza
— Wahab Riaz (@WahabViki) November 7, 2023
Australia found themselves in dire straits at 91 for 7 when the Maxwell-Cummins partnership took centre stage. What followed was a symphony of record-breaking feats, as bowlers found themselves at the mercy of Maxwell’s blistering assault. The crowd at Wankhede roared in unison, all thanks to the unstoppable force that was Glenn Maxwell.
Iโm going to temporarily suspend Ashes enmity to salute @Gmaxi_32 on one of the greatest, most mind-blowing innings in the history of cricket. Just magnificently swashbuckling match-winning batting when all seemed dead. ๐๐๐ pic.twitter.com/nwrIbDrEtj
— Piers Morgan (@piersmorgan) November 7, 2023
Maxwell’s blade dispatched 10 sixes and 21 fours, culminating in a breathtaking 201 runs off just 128 balls, showcasing a staggering strike rate of 157.03. The contest had seemingly tilted firmly in Afghanistan’s favour, with Australia stumbling, having lost seven wickets in pursuit of 292, and not even a hundred runs on the board. Yet, in a turn of events, Maxwell, almost single-handedly, shattered the hopes of Afghanistan’s fans and players in the heart of Mumbai.
Maxwell โค๏ธ you beauty@Gmaxi_32
Did you see Qudrat ka Nizam?
What a wonderful win.
This is called commitment & bravery! Better luck next time team AFG.#AUSvAFG— Mohammad Yousaf (@yousaf1788) November 7, 2023
With this extraordinary performance, Maxwell not only rescued Australia but propelled them into the semifinals, standing tall with an unbeaten 201 from 128 deliveries.
Maxwell also broke a plethora of records during his historic double century knock against Afghanistan, etching his name into the history books forever.
๐จ Maxwell gives us Life lesson today.#Maxwell | #QudratKaNizam pic.twitter.com/Aobq5Qm1Ug
— Haroon ๐๐ (@HaroonM33120350) November 7, 2023
Maxwell , simply unbelievable the last over amazing @CricketAus @TheRealPCB #AUSvsAFG #Maxwell # pic.twitter.com/Bh6Vw4XMey
— Sikander Bakht (@Sikanderbakhts) November 7, 2023
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