He made this observation during a discussion on the Sony Sports network about the Australian all-rounder’s vast difference in returns while playing for the country and in the prestigious league.
Virender Sehwag replied in the negative when asked if Glenn Maxwell feels more pressure in the IPL because of which his performances are not up to the mark. He added that the maverick Victorian involves himself in all activities other than contributing in the middle.
The former Kings XI Punjab mentor observed that Glenn Maxwell is more concerned about his stints at the golf course than those on the cricket field when he is playing in the IPL.
Virender Sehwag on the change in Glenn Maxwell’s attitude while playing for Australia
Virender Sehwag pointed out that Glenn Maxwell has a totally different mindset when he represents his country, as his position in the team is at stake.
The former Indian opener signed off by observing that Glenn Maxwell is not under pressure while playing in the IPL because a huge payday is guaranteed.
Glenn Maxwell has failed to fire in the IPL over the last few years. He had a particularly dismal run for Kings XI Punjab in IPL 2020, scoring just 108 runs in the thirteen matches he played for the franchise.
The more telling number is the fact that the big-hitter scored his runs at a mediocre strike rate of 101.88 and failed to hit a single maximum throughout the tournament.
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