India and Australia prepare for a thrilling contest in the ICC Champions Trophy semifinal and all eyes will be on the players who could turn the game into their favor. Travis Head has been the game-changer for Australia and delivered match-winning knocks. But there is one other Aussie batter who can be an even bigger threat for India.
Often referred to as 'The Big Show', Glenn Maxwell is the player who has the ability to single-handedly change the course of the match with his explosive batting. The Dubai pitch is favouring spinners and Maxwell unorthodox strokeplay and fearless approach can prove to be a massive challenge for Rohit Sharma and co.
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Glenn Maxwell Against India In ODIs
Glenn Maxwell has played 32 ODI matches against India and in total he has scored 943 runs at an average of 34.92 with highest score of 96.
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What is alarming for India is that Glenn Maxwell is a complete all-rounder and he can spin his way through. Against India he has 9 wickets in 32 ODI matches played and considering Dubai's spin friendly tracks he will be resourceful with both bat and ball.
Glenn Maxwell: The Game-Changer For Australia
Glenn Maxwell is known to be the finest game-changer, one of the biggest reminder for this is, his knock against Afghanistan in ODI World Cup 2023. He came in to bat when Aussies were 91/7 and Maxwell single-handedly came in and scored a double century, taking out Austalia from the jaws of defeat.
Why Glenn Maxwell Is Bigger Threat Than Travis Head?
Glenn Maxwell could be a bigger threat to India than Travis Head due to his ability to dominate spin, finish under pressure, and adapt to any situation. Unlike Head, who prefers pace, Maxwell thrives against spinners, using sweeps, reverse sweeps, and switch-hits to counter India’s spin attack on Dubai’s slow pitch. His finishing skill makes him deadly with the last 10 overs, able to win the game in a matter of a few balls. Stabilizing under pressure or taking off early, Maxwell's unpredictability and explosive hitting make him an even greater threat for India.