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Cricket Australia to investigate Glenn Maxwell’s ‘Alchohol-related incident’: Report
Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell might be in trouble for his alleged ‘Alchohol-related incident’ during Brett Lee’s concert ‘Six and Out’. The three-time World Cup winner was briefly hospitalized. The reasons for his hospitalization are yet to be determined. Meanwhile, as reported by The Telegraph was taken to the hospital although his stay was short. On the other hand, ESPNcricinfo reports that no one else was involved.
The Victorian is in Adelaide for a golf event after his team Melbourne Stars bowed out of the BBL 2023-24 campaign. Also, for workload management purposes, Maxwell has been rested for the ODI series against the West Indies.
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We are aware of the Glenn Maxwell incident: Cricket Australia
Meanwhile, in a statement from Cricket Australia, they haven’t given out any details on the incident. They have stated that they are seeking further information.
“Cricket Australia is aware of an incident involving Glenn Maxwell in Adelaide at the weekend and is seeking further information,” CA reportedly said in a statement.
The board added that the decision to rest him for the ODI series was made during the ongoing BBL 2023-24.
“It is not related to him being replaced in the ODI squad, a decision that was made following the BBL and based on his individual management plan. Maxwell is expected to return for the T20 series. No further comment will be made at this time,” it said.
On the other hand, Maxwell recently stepped down as captain of the Stars after the team’s dismal show in the ongoing season, finishing sixth in the points table.