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The highlight of the match was Glenn Maxwell's remarkable innings, where he scored 201 runs off just 128 balls.

In the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, the five-time champions Australia secured a dramatic 3-wicket victory over Afghanistan at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai. The highlight of the match was Glenn Maxwell’s remarkable innings, where he scored 201 runs off just 128 balls. Glenn Maxwell played on of the greatest innings in the history of cricket.

Glenn Maxwell bats with cramps

Facing a target of 292 runs, Australia found themselves in dire straits at 91-7. Maxwell, despite severe cramps and an inability to run, played one of the greatest innings in cricket history. His double century not only revived Australia’s chances but also led them to a remarkable victory.

Glenn Maxwell dropped by Mujeeb Ur Rahman

The match could have taken a different turn if Mujeeb Ur Rahman hadn’t dropped a straightforward catch at short fine leg when Maxwell was on 33. This drop proved to be a pivotal moment in the game.

Here is how Ian Smith describes Maxwell’s innings

Former New Zealand cricketer Ian Smith, who was on commentary, described Maxwell’s performance as “the most remarkable thing you will ever see in cricket.” Maxwell sealed the win for Australia with a six, crossing the 200-run mark for himself.

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Rickey Ponting on Glenn Maxwell’s heroic knock

Former Australia captain Ricky Ponting, a three-time World Cup winner, marveled at Maxwell’s innings, noting that he played it “on no legs.”

Match recap

At the beginning of the match, Afghanistan’s skipper Hashmatullah Shahidi won the toss and opted to bat first, setting a challenging target of 292 runs for Australia to chase.

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