Punjab Kings might release Glenn Maxwell for IPL 2026. The Australian all-rounder underperformed in IPL 2025, scoring just 48 runs in 7 matches. PBKS bought Maxwell for ₹4.2 crore at the 2025 mega-auction in Saudi Arabia. He averaged 8.00 with a strike rate of 97.96. Maxwell took 4 wickets at an average of 27.50. A broken finger ended his season early. Matthew Short could be a potential replacement. The 29-year-old Australian played for PBKS in 2023. He offers versatility as a top-order batter and part-time off-spinner. Short's experience with the franchise could help him adapt quickly. (Updated 14 Oct 2025, 10:33 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- Punjab Kings might release Glenn Maxwell for IPL 2026
- The Australian all-rounder underperformed in IPL 2025, scoring just 48 runs in 7 matches
- PBKS bought Maxwell for ₹4.2 crore at the 2025 mega-auction in Saudi Arabia