Maxwell Sets Unwanted Record with 19th Golden Duck
With 19 ducks in 135 IPL matches, Maxwell's record is a testament to the challenges he has faced in the tournament, and his ability to bounce back from difficult situations will be crucial for his team's success in the future.
Glenn Maxwell has reclaimed the record for most ducks in the Indian Premier League (IPL) history after being dismissed for a golden duck in the match between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans, surpassing Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik with 19 ducks in 135 matches.
The Australian all-rounder was bowled leg before wicket by Sai Kishore in the 11th over, missing a reverse sweep and getting trapped in front of the wicket. Despite Maxwell's early departure, Punjab Kings posted a strong total of 243/5, thanks to Shreyas Iyer's unbeaten 92 and Shashank Singh's 44. Maxwell's duck came as a surprise, given his team's overall performance in the match.
Maxwell's record now stands at 19 ducks in the IPL, with his latest dismissal extending his lead over Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik, who both have 18 ducks each. The Australian player's ability to score big has been overshadowed by his tendency to get out for a duck, making him the holder of this unwanted record.
The match between Punjab Kings and Gujarat Titans saw a crucial partnership between Shreyas Iyer and Marcus Stoinis, with Iyer scoring a match-winning knock of 97 not out, helping his team recover from Maxwell's early departure. Despite the record, Maxwell remains a key player for his team, and his performance will be closely watched in the upcoming matches.