‘Fit and firing’ Maxwell hopeful for T20 WC 2028, LA Olympics, refuses to set retirement timeline
Maxwell, 37, would be 40 when Australia hosts the 2028 T20 World Cup, scheduled just months after cricket’s return at the Los Angeles Olympics.
Maxwell, 37, would be 40 when Australia hosts the 2028 T20 World Cup, scheduled just months after cricket’s return at the Los Angeles Olympics.
The victory sealed Sri Lanka’s qualification for the next round, while Australia’s tournament fate now hangs by a thread following their second defeat in three matches.
India, the defending champions led by Suryakumar Yadav, enter the tournament as overwhelming favourites. Yet, even before a ball has been bowled, the event has been overshadowed by diplomatic tension and controversy.
Ponting, who led Australia to World Cup titles in 2003 and 2007, also backed his former side to make a deep run in the tournament beginning February 7 in India and Sri Lanka.
Maxwell struggled for form in the BBL, managing just 76 runs at an average of 15.20 and picking up only two wickets for the Melbourne Stars, while also enduring a tough time in the field.
Coulter-Nile has yet to play a Test match, but has made 21 ODI and 19 T20I appearances for Australia.
Smith has indelible memories of the shattering effect of the opening Test from the last 2013-14 Ashes battle.
Former captain Steve Waugh turned the screws last week, saying England can't win without Ben Stokes.
A fully firing Australian attack looks formidable, with spearhead Starc returning this week from a foot injury.
Spin wizard Warne, 48, was questioned but subsequently released without charge, police said.
