Glenn Maxwell Declared Fit for RCB’s Clash with Sunrisers Hyderabad
Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) have received a major boost ahead of their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad, with Director of Cricket Mo Bobat confirming that Glenn Maxwell has recovered from a thumb injury.
Maxwell sustained the injury while fielding in RCB’s previous match against Mumbai Indians. However, Bobat has allayed concerns, stating that the Australian all-rounder has undergone scans and is cleared to play.
“Maxi has had a couple of scans, and he’s okay at the minute. So, there’s no injury concerns. He’s going to practice today and get more of a feel,” Bobat said in the pre-match press meet.
Despite his injury scare, Maxwell has been struggling for form in this season’s IPL, scoring just 32 runs from six matches at an average of 5.33. However, Bobat expressed confidence that the 34-year-old will soon rediscover his touch.
“He’s disappointed. He obviously has high standards and has a very, very impressive 12 to 24 months. He’s in our plans, and is an important part of our batting lineup. So, up until now, we’re trying to support him as best as we can and help him find his best form,” he said.
Bobat emphasized the importance of Maxwell’s return to form for RCB’s middle-overs strategy.
“It’s good to see Rajat (Patidar) come back to some form in the last game (against MI). We’re really trying to target that middle phase of the game where we feel like we could probably score at a better rate or put more pressure on the opposition. So, we’re trying to work with him (Maxwell) to do that,” he added.
Maxwell’s participation in the net session ahead of the SRH match suggests that he is ready to take the field. RCB will be hoping that the Australian can rediscover his form and provide the team with the impetus it needs to challenge for the IPL title.
