The Australian all-rounder ended his 13-year association with the world’s most popular and richest T20 cricket league.
Published on December 2, 2025
Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has opted out of next month’s Indian Premier League (IPL) auction in Abu Dhabi, ending 13 seasons in the lucrative Twenty20 cricket tournament.
The explosive hitter was bought by the Punjab Kings for 42 million rupees ($467,000) last season, but returned with just 48 runs and four wickets in seven matches and was released by the franchise in November.
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Maxwell, who has played in the IPL since 2012, said the league helped shape him as a cricketer.
“It’s a big call and I’m grateful for everything this league has given me,” the 37-year-old wrote in a statement on Instagram.
“IPL has helped shape me as a cricketer and as a person. I’ve been fortunate to play with world-class teammates, represent incredible franchises and perform in front of fans whose passion is unmatched.
“The memories, challenges and energy of India will stay with me forever.”
Faf du Plessis and Andre Russell also ruled themselves out of IPL 2026 last week, with the former South African captain opting to play in the Pakistan Super League instead and the former West Indies all-rounder joining the coaching department of IPL side Kolkata Knight Riders.
The 2026 IPL auctions will be held on December 16.
