Glenn Maxwell's Historic Double Ton Powers Australia to Victory
Glenn Maxwell etched his name in the annals of cricket history with an extraordinary performance during a high-stakes 2023 World Cup match against Afghanistan in Mumbai. In a nail-biting chase of 292 runs, Australia was teetering at 49/4 when Maxwell stepped onto the field. The odds seemed insurmountable, but what followed was nothing short of miraculous. Maxwell, in an awe-inspiring display of skill and determination, blazed his way to an unbeaten 201*, propelling the Aussies to a sensational three-wicket victory at the iconic Wankhede Stadium.
Australia's dire situation was further exacerbated, plummeting to 91/7, as Maxwell's captain, Pat Cummins, stood his ground at the other end. However, Glenn Maxwell was undaunted. He unleashed his natural aggression, taking on the formidable Afghan pace attack and steering Australia to an unforgettable triumph. This incredible win not only secured Australia's place in the semi-finals but also led to a series of record-breaking achievements for Maxwell.
Here's a look at the remarkable records that Maxwell scripted during his historic innings:
1. First Australian to Score a Double Century:
Glenn Maxwell etched his name in the record books as the first Australian cricketer to achieve an ODI double century. His phenomenal innings of 201* made it the 11th instance of a double hundred in the history of 50-over cricket, surpassing Shane Watson's previous record of 185* against Bangladesh in 2011, which notably occurred during a World Cup match.
2. Highest Individual Score in an ODI Run-Chase:
Maxwell's monumental knock also established a new record for the highest individual score in an ODI Run-Chase. He surpassed Pakistan's Fakhar Zaman's 193 against South Africa in 2021. Furthermore, Maxwell's double century outshone Charles Coventry's 194 against Bangladesh in 2009, making it the highest score ever achieved by a non-opener in ODI cricket history.
3. Third Double Century in Cricket World Cups:
Maxwell's 201* marked only the third instance of a double century in ODI Cricket World Cups, joining the elite company of Chris Gayle's 215 for West Indies in 2015 and Martin Guptill's 237 for New Zealand in the same year.
4. Second-Fastest Double Century in ODIs:
What sets Maxwell's feat apart is the extraordinary pace at which he reached his double century, taking just 128 balls. This makes it the second-fastest double century in ODI history, with India's Ishan Kishan holding the record for the fastest double century in just 126 balls against Bangladesh the previous year.
5. Prolific Six-Hitting Ability:
Maxwell's proficiency in hitting sixes was on full display, as he launched a stunning ten sixes in the match. This stellar performance elevated his tally of World Cup career sixes to 33, making him the third-highest in this category, trailing Indian captain Rohit Sharma (45) and West Indies cricket legend Chris Gayle (49).
Glenn Maxwell's historic innings will be remembered as a testament to his remarkable talent and unwavering determination. It not only secured a crucial victory for Australia but also left an indelible mark on the record books, solidifying his place as one of cricket's modern legends.
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