The IPL 2025 is just months away and the players are already giving a trailer of what it’s going to be like. The explosive star and current Punjab Kings player Glenn Maxwell has returned to his old form in the Big Bash League, playing for Sydney Stars. Maxwell showed some class with back-to-back switch hits in the match against the Adelaide Strikers on Friday.
STR vs STA BBL 14: What happened so far?
The Big Bash League match between Adelaide Strikers and Melbourne Stars is heating up as the Strikers set a target of 166 runs for the Stars. The Strikers posted 165/6 in their 20 overs, with D’Arcy Short top-scoring with 60 off 42 balls, including two sixes. Alex Ross contributed 35 runs, while James Bazley and Liam Scott added quickfire contributions towards the end. The Stars’ bowling attack was led by Adam Milne and Peter Siddle, who both took two wickets, while Glenn Maxwell had a notable spell, conceding just 12 runs in two overs.
In reply, the Stars face a steep challenge ahead, needing 87 runs from 60 balls. They started poorly, with Ben Duckett falling early for a duck. Marcus Stoinis tried to anchor the innings with 27 runs but was dismissed by Cameron Boyce. Glenn Maxwell, known for his explosive batting, was dismissed for 15 in a stunning display of speed by Henry Thornton. The Stars find themselves struggling at 79/4 after 10 overs, with Hilton Cartwright and Sam Harper at the crease. The required run rate is climbing, and the Stars will need a strong finish to pull off a remarkable chase. Maxwell’s departure leaves the Stars with a tough task ahead.
Maxwell back in Punjab Kings for IPL 2025
This season is going to be special for Glenn Maxwell for sure, as he was signed by the Punjab Kings in the IPL 2020-25 mega auction last month for ₹4.2 crores.
The 36-year-old has played 134 IPL matches, scoring 2771 runs with a strike rate of 156.73. He has also picked 37 wickets at an economy rate of 8.28. This season is going to be special because he has great memories with the Punjab Kings from 2014 when Maxwell played amazing cricket to help the team reach the IPL finals. That remains the best performance from the Punjab Kings so far, so this season is sure to be memorable.
