Glenn Maxwell collapsed during a night out with friends and was taken to the hospital on January 22 due to suspected alcohol involvement. This incident garnered significant attention in the Australian media, prompting Australia’s captain Pat Cummins and coach Andrew McDonald to publicly address the matter. However, Maxwell made a noteworthy return to international T20 cricket by scoring a century in the second T20I against the West Indies.
During a press interaction in Adelaide, Maxwell openly discussed the January incident for the first time, revealing its impact on his family. He expressed relief at moving past the incident and emphasized his focus on contributing to the Australian team’s success, with the T20 World Cup on the horizon.
Maxwell’s recent T20I performances have been exceptional, including scoring two centuries in his last three matches. His determination to focus on his cricketing career and contribute significantly to the Australian team’s ambitions is evident, especially in the lead-up to the T20 World Cup.