Australia have suffered a huge setback as they begin their preparations for the upcoming ICC World Cup 2023 as ace all-rounder Glenn Maxwell suffered an injury ahead of the white-ball series against South Africa.
Australia is set to play three T20Is and five ODIs from August 30 to September 17. The T20Is will be played on August 30, September 1 and 3, while the ODIs will be played on September 7, 9, 12, 15 and 17.
As per ICC reports, three weeks before the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup begins, Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is dealing with a new injury after injuring his ankle during a training session in Durban.
Prior to Australia’s T20I series against South Africa on Wednesday, Maxwell exacerbated his ankle while practicing. He will now fly home to be with his wife as they wait for the arrival of their first child.
Glenn Maxwell’s Injury To Be Monitored Ahead Of World Cup
Maxwell is anticipated to heal from the ankle issue in time for Australia’s World Cup campaign, but national selector Tony Dodemaide stated that given the 34-year-old’s injury history, which includes the bizarre leg injury he sustained at a friend’s party late last year, no risks will be taken with him.
Maxwell will likely don the Australian uniform once more during Australia’s ODI series against India at the end of next month, and Dodemaide is optimistic he will be totally healthy for the World Cup.
“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.
Maxwell’s absence gives Matthew Wade the chance to reclaim his spot in Australia’s lineup. The veteran has been called up for the series against South Africa and might provide Josh Inglis and other wicketkeepers another alternative.
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