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[Saba Sports News] Glenn Maxwell played a remarkable double century innings, rescuing Australia from a precarious position of 91/7 against Afghanistan in the ongoing World Cup. Despite battling cramps and back issues that made walking difficult, Maxwell’s heroic performance secured Australia’s spot in the semi-finals and earned him respect from all quarters.
Maxwell’s incredible innings of 201* off 128, featuring 21 fours and 10 sixes, turned the game around when Afghanistan was on the brink of a historic victory. With Australia struggling at 91/7, they relied on Maxwell to chase down the 292-run target. The all-rounder gave his all, ensuring there were no hiccups for the five-time champions. Captain Pat Cummins provided crucial support from the other end.
The Wankhede Stadium authorities applauded Maxwell, and his picture while climbing the iconic stand has become a sensation on the internet. Maxwell’s performance left Afghanistan in disbelief after they had unsettled the mighty Australians earlier in the match.
Ibrahim Zadran’s brilliant innings of 129* off 143 helped Afghanistan post a competitive total of 291 runs, keeping their semi-final hopes alive. Despite their efforts, Afghanistan lost the game by three wickets and currently occupy the sixth spot on the World Cup points table, aiming to improve their remaining game’s results.