Matthew Wade Praises Glenn Maxwell as the ‘Best T20 Player’

In the aftermath of Glenn Maxwell‘s sensational performance in the third T20I against India, where he smashed a joint-fastest T20I century by an Australian, Matthew Wade couldn’t help but express his admiration, stating, “I think Glenn Maxwell is the best T20 player in the world.”

Wade, seemingly short of words to describe Maxwell’s brilliance, acknowledged the extraordinary nature of Maxwell’s innings. He said, “His innings tonight, I’ve never seen anything like it. I’ve never seen someone control and manipulate a T20 game like that. It was unbelievable.”

The Australian all-rounder showcased his explosive batting prowess, hitting 8 fours and as many sixes during his remarkable 47-ball hundred. Wade, reflecting on Maxwell’s impact, added, “The shots he played, not only the boundaries but the way he got off strike to then attack again was as good an innings as I’ve seen.”

Maxwell’s innings proved to be a turning point in the match, securing a dramatic victory for Australia off the last ball. Wade emphasized the significance, saying, “The pressure he soaked up, particularly at the back end of the game, I haven’t seen anything like it.”

With two runs needed to win on the final delivery, Maxwell confidently struck Prasidh Krishna’s delivery down the ground, sealing the win for Australia and leaving spectators in awe of his T20 prowess. Wade concluded, “He played a pretty special innings. You can’t compare it to many, to be honest.”

Maxwell earlier gave away 30 runs in the last over. He had to bowl in place of the injured Kane Richardson. Jokingly, Wade said that Maxwell was able to score the hundred because he gave away 30 runs in the last over.

Matthew Wade said, “Glenn Maxwell probably wouldn’t have scored the century had he not conceded 30 runs in the 20th over”.

The joint-fastest T20I century not only showcased Maxwell’s exceptional skills but also emphasized his status as a top-tier T20 player. Wade’s praise underscores the impact that Maxwell’s performances have on his teammates, solidifying his reputation as a game-changer in the shortest format of the game.

As Australia celebrated the historic run-chase against India, Maxwell’s contribution stood out, earning accolades not only from his teammates but also from cricket enthusiasts worldwide. The third T20I served as a testament to Maxwell’s ability to deliver under pressure, further establishing his position as one of the most dynamic T20 players in the world.

The thrilling encounter in Guwahati left a lasting impression, with Maxwell’s innings being a defining moment that will be remembered in T20 cricket history.

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