Punjab Kings' Rs 4.2 Crore Star Glenn Maxwell Roasted Brutally After Another IPL Flop Show: "Don't Remember..."
Glenn Maxwell’s IPL 2025 Struggles: Punjab Kings Star Under Fire After Latest Disappointment
Key Highlights
- Glenn Maxwell dismissed for just 7 runs against KKR
- Former India star Suresh Raina criticizes Maxwell’s consistent poor form
- Punjab Kings post impressive 201/4 despite Maxwell’s failure
- Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh shine with half-centuries
Glenn Maxwell’s struggles continue in IPL 2025 as he falls to Varun Chakravarthy © BCCI
Maxwell’s Continuing Struggles
Punjab Kings’ high-profile acquisition Glenn Maxwell’s disappointing run in IPL 2025 continued as he was dismissed for a mere 7 runs against Kolkata Knight Riders on Saturday. The Australian all-rounder, who commanded a price tag of Rs 4.2 crore in the mega auction, failed to make an impact upon his return to the playing XI after sitting out two matches.
“I don’t remember the last time Glenn Maxwell made runs for the team, he has got too many chances.”
– Suresh Raina, Former India Cricketer
Match Highlights
Punjab Kings’ Impressive Total
- Final Score: 201/4
- Priyansh Arya: 69 off 35 balls
- Prabhsimran Singh: 83 off 49 balls
- Opening Partnership: 120 runs
Maxwell’s brief innings came to an end when KKR spinner Varun Chakravarthy clean bowled him shortly after he had struck a boundary. This dismissal adds to Maxwell’s poor form in the tournament, where he has managed to score only 41 runs in his previous appearances.
Team Changes and Performance
KKR Bowling Figures
- Vaibhav Arora: 2/34
- Varun Chakravarthy: 1/39
- Andre Russell: 1/27
Despite Maxwell’s failure with the bat, Punjab Kings showcased their batting depth as young talents Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh dominated the KKR bowling attack. Their 120-run opening partnership set the foundation for PBKS’s imposing total of 201/4.
Team Changes
Punjab Kings: Glenn Maxwell and Azmatullah Omarzai replaced Marcus Stoinis and Xavier Bartlett
Kolkata Knight Riders: Rovman Powell and Chetan Sakariya came in for Moeen Ali and Ramandeep Singh
Looking Ahead
As the IPL 2025 progresses, Maxwell’s form remains a significant concern for Punjab Kings. While the team has shown they can post competitive totals even without contributions from their star all-rounder, Maxwell’s return to form could be crucial for their campaign’s success in the latter stages of the tournament.
Published on April 26, 2025
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