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Ibrahim Zadran

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Mohammad Nabi

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Brendan James Doggett

Cameron Donald Green

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Jake Beath Weatherald

Jhye Avon Richardson

Josh Reginald Hazlewood

Joshua Patrick Inglis

Joshua Ryan Philippe

Mahli Beardman

Marcus Peter Stoinis

Matthew Paul Kuhnemann

Matthew William Short

Matthew Thomas Renshaw

Michael Gertges Neser

Mitchell Ross Marsh

Mitchell J Owen

Mitchell Aaron Starc

Nathan Trevor Ellis

Nathan Michael Lyon

Patrick James Cummins

Scott Michael Boland

Sean Anthony Abbott

Steven Peter Devereux Smith

Timothy Hays David

Travis Michael Head

Usman Tariq Khawaja

Xavier Colin Bartlett

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Darwish Abdul Rasooli

Fareed Ahmad Malik

Farmanullah Safi

Fazalhaq Farooqi

Gulbadin Naib

Hashmatullah Shahidi

Ijaz Ahmad Ahmadzai

Ikram Alikhil

Imran Mir

Ismat Alam

Karim Janat

Khalil Gurbaz

Mohammad Ishaq Shirzad

Mohammad Nabi Eisakhil

Nangeyalia Kharote Khan

Noor Ahmad Lakanwal

Qais Ahmad Kamawal

Rahmat Shah Zurmati

Rashid Khan Arman

Sediqullah Atal

Shahidullah Kamal

Sharafuddin Ashraf

Wafiullah Stanikzai Tarakhil

Mohammad Yamin Ahmadzai

Ziaur Rahman Sharifi

Zubaid Akbari

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ICC Cricket World Cup 2023

Glenn Maxwell's explosive batting was complemented by a critical partnership with Captain Pat Cummins, with whom he amassed a match-winning eighth-wicket stand of 202 runs.

Glenn Maxwell (L) and Sourav Ganguly (R). 

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'Not the greatest innings in ODIs': Sourav Ganguly on Glenn Maxwell's unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan; explains why

Sachin Tendulkar hailed Glenn Maxwell's fighting spirit as he braved cramps and back spasms in his unbeaten 201-run knock against Afghanistan.

Sachin Tendulkar (left) and Glenn Maxwell after 201-run knock against Afghanistan (Getty Images)

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'Sometimes, no footwork becomes great footwork too': Tendulkar posts special message for Maxwell's logic-defying 201

When Australia were wobbling at 91/7, it was Glenn Maxwell who turned the match on its head and struck a phenomenal double ton to pull off an unbelievable chase against Afghanistan.

Australia's Glenn Maxwell makes his way back to the changing rooms after scoring 201 not out against Afghanistan at Wankhede Stadium on November 07, 2023 in Mumbai, India. (Getty)

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'Sorry I knocked back a couple...': Why did Glenn Maxwell apologise after his 201-run carnage against Afghanistan?

Glenn Maxwell faced issues with his hamstring and back while playing his innings against Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai on November 7.

Glenn Maxwell reveals how he battled hamstring injury, back spasm to play heroic knock against Afghanistan. (Getty)

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'Oh no, I am cramping': Glenn Maxwell reveals how he battled hamstring injury, back spasm to hit match-winning knock for Australia

Glenn Maxwell scored 201 runs against Afghanistan, and his wife, Vini Raman, cheered and shared a heartfelt message on social media for his double century.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Glenn Maxwell with his wife Vini Raman in the file photo. (Getty)

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Glenn Maxwell’s wife posts emotional note after husband’s epic innings vs Afghanistan

Australia rode on Glenn Maxwell's stunning double century to pull off a near-impossible run chase against Afghanistan in their World Cup clash on November 8, Tuesday.

Glenn Maxwell of Australia receives medical attention during the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup India 2023 between Australia and Afghanistan at Wankhede Stadium on November 07, 2023 in Mumbai, India. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

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EXPLAINED: Why didn't Glenn Maxwell opt for runner despite grappling with cramps during breathtaking 201-run knock vs AFG

Bangladesh bowling coach Allan Donald criticizes 'Timed out' dismissal of Angelo Mathews, calling for fair play and sportsmanship in cricket.

Bangladesh bowling coach Allan Donald during a practice session ahead of their ODI World Cup clash.

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'Enough is enough, we don't.. ': Bangladesh bowling coach Allan Donald reacts to Shakib-Mathews 'Timed Out' row

Star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's record-breaking double century propels Australia to the World Cup semis, defying cramps and leading an epic comeback.

India's Virat Kohli and Australia's Glenn Maxwell interact prior to a match.

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'Only you could have done this': Virat Kohli applauds Glenn Maxwell's performance as Australia seal semi-final berth

Australian star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's historic double century rescues Australia in an incredible World Cup chase, drawing praise from Sachin Tendulkar.

Australia's Glenn Maxwell celebrates with team skipper Pat Cummins after hitting a six for the winning runs, finishing unbeaten on 201 during the ODI World Cup against Afghanistan.

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World Cup: While Glenn Maxwell laps up the accolades, Pat Cummins' supporting innings of 12 runs in 11 overs lauded by fans

Star all-rounder Glenn Maxwell's historic double century rescues Australia in an incredible World Cup chase, drawing praise from Sachin Tendulkar.

(R) Glenn Maxwell celebrating his double century; (R) Maxwell imitating Sachin Tendulkar in the nets.

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Watch: Video of Glenn Maxwell imitating Tendulkar in nets goes viral after sensational double century at his home ground

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T20 World Cup 2026: Former India cricketer Mohammad Kaif questioned Hardik Pandya's batting position ahead of the team's T20 World Cup 2026 Super 8 clash against South Africa.

India won all their T20 World Cup 2026 Group Stage matches.

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T20 World Cup 2026: Sunil Gavaskar advised Abhishek Sharma to take time to settle in before playing his attacking game, as the southpaw has dismissed on ducks in his first three outings of the T20 World Cup 2026.

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'Not the greatest innings in ODIs': Sourav Ganguly on Glenn Maxwell's unbeaten 201 against Afghanistan; explains why

'Sometimes, no footwork becomes great footwork too': Tendulkar posts special message for Maxwell's logic-defying 201

'Sorry I knocked back a couple...': Why did Glenn Maxwell apologise after his 201-run carnage against Afghanistan?