Glenn Maxwell withdraws from IPL 2026 auctions

The Australian all-rounder ends a 13-year association with the world’s most popular and richest T20 cricket league.Published On 2 Dec 2025Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has opted out of next month’s Indian Premier League (IPL) auctions in Abu Dhabi, ending a 13-season stint in the lucrative Twenty20 cricket competition.The explosive hitter was bought by Punjab Kings for 42 million rupees ($467,000) for last season but only returned with 48 runs and four wickets in seven games, and was released by the franchise in November.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3From paper to plastic balls: The complete guide to FIFA World Cup 2026 drawlist 2 of 3Barca and Atletico look to boost title chances amid Real Madrid bliplist 3 of 3Spain and Barcelona star Bonmati ruled out for months with leg fractureend of listMaxwell, who has played in the IPL since 2012, said the league helped shape him as a cricketer.“It’s a big call, and one I make with a lot of gratitude for everything this league has given me,” the 37-year-old wrote in a statement on Instagram.“The IPL has helped shape me as a cricketer and as a person. I’ve been lucky to play with world-class teammates, represent incredible franchises, and perform in front of fans whose passion is unmatched.“The memories, the challenges, and the 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 instead choosing to play in the Pakistan Super League and the former West Indies all-rounder joining the IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders’ coaching department.The 2026 IPL auctions will take place on December 16.Glenn Maxwell of Punjab Kings plays a shot during the 2025 IPL match against Kolkata Knight Riders in Mohali, India, April 15, 2025 [Pankaj Nangia/Getty Images]