Glenn Maxwell pens emotional note after withdrawing from IPL 2026
What's the story
Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has announced his decision to withdraw from the Indian Premier League (IPL) player auction for 2026. The move comes after a stellar 14-year career in the tournament. Maxwell's withdrawal aligns with a trend where players like England's Moeen Ali and South Africa's Faf du Plessis have chosen to participate in the Pakistan Super League (PSL) instead of the IPL.
Career highlights
Maxwell's IPL journey and recent performance
Maxwell played for Punjab Kings under Shreyas Iyer's captaincy and Ricky Ponting's coaching last season. He was bought by the Kings for ₹4.2 crore in a mega auction after attracting bids from Chennai Super Kings and SunRisers Hyderabad. However, his performance fell short of expectations as he managed just 48 runs in six innings and was used more as a bowler.
Departure announcement
Maxwell's statement on IPL withdrawal
Announcing his decision, Maxwell said, "After many unforgettable seasons in the IPL, I've decided not to put my name into the auction this year. It's a big call, and one I make with a lot of gratitude for everything this league has given me." He reflected on his long tenure in the tournament and thanked fans for their unwavering support over the years.
Career statistics
Maxwell's IPL legacy and future plans
Maxwell leaves behind a complex statistical legacy in the IPL, having accumulated 2,819 runs at an average of 23.88 across 141 matches. His journey began with Delhi Capitals in 2012 before moving to Mumbai Indians in 2013. Despite some inconsistent seasons, franchises continued to invest heavily in the Australian player during auctions. His highest valuation came in 2021 when Royal Challengers Bengaluru bought him for ₹14.25 crore.
Twitter Post
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🚨 GLENN MAXWELL ON MISSING IPL 2026. 🚨 pic.twitter.com/bBNLbWBZbj
— Mufaddal Vohra (@mufaddal_vohra) December 2, 2025
Player migration
Foreign players' shift from IPL to PSL
Maxwell's withdrawal is part of a larger trend of foreign players shifting their focus from IPL to PSL. Former England all-rounder Moeen Ali and South African great Faf du Plessis have also opted out of IPL 2026 auction. Ali, who has been an IPL regular since 2018, will now play for the HBL PSL in its new era. Du Plessis announced his decision not to enter the auction after 14 seasons with the league.