Glenn Maxwell ‘pushes surgery’ in view of WC

Melbourne, Sep 11: Australian all-rounder Glenn Maxwell is considering another round of surgery about his ankle but will schedule it after the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 to make him available for selections, according to the Sydney Morning Herald.
Maxwell suffered a lower leg and ankle fracture in an accident in November last year after his friend jokingly chased him and landed on his leg at the friend’s 50th birthday party.
Pins were used to heal his fracture rapidly and since his legs are fully healed, Maxwell can remove the pins. However, the surgery and recovery would take more time.
Maxwell had admitted that he could miss the upcoming three-match ODI series against India starting on September 22 and may enter the World Cup with very little cricket under his belt.
A veteran of Australia’s two most recent World Cup campaigns, Maxwell is a vital cog for the five-time champions.
He was set to play in the T20I component of Australia’s ongoing tour of South Africa, but soreness around his ankle saw him return home. (ANI)