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In the high-stakes Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 Eliminator clash against Rajasthan Royals (RR), Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) all-rounder Glenn Maxwell faced a bitter disappointment, enduring a dismissal for a golden duck at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Wednesday (May 22).
Maxwell, who has been under intense scrutiny for his inconsistent performances throughout the season, had a golden opportunity to make a significant impact in the crucial knockout fixture. However, his innings was cut short without him making any significant contribution to the team’s total.
Glenn Maxwell’s disappointing exit
Entering the crease in the 13th over after Ravichandran Ashwin dismissed the dangerous Cameron Green, Maxwell’s arrival was eagerly awaited by RCB fans, who were hopeful that he would rise to the occasion and propel the team to a formidable total. Nevertheless, much to their dismay, Maxwell’s innings lasted just one ball. In a bid to assert himself early on, he attempted a lofted shot, only to find Dhruv Jurel stationed perfectly at long-on, ready to take the catch.
Cameron Green ✅
Glenn Maxwell ✅Ravichandran Ashwin unveiling his magic at a crucial stage ✨
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— IndianPremierLeague (@IPL) May 22, 2024
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Fans backlash
Maxwell’s dismissal triggered a flurry of reactions on social media, with many RCB supporters expressing frustration over his shot selection and eagerness to score big right from the outset. The Australian cricketer has faced heavy criticism for his poor run in IPL 2024, managing only 52 runs across nine innings at a dismal average of 5.78. His performance places him among the lowest-scoring top-six batters this season, marginally ahead of Devdutt Padikkal, who averaged 5.43.
Here’s how Twitter reacted:
What was maxwell doing?
— Irfan Pathan (@IrfanPathan) May 22, 2024
That was sheer stupidity from Maxwell.
— Alaska (@alaskawhines) May 22, 2024
Maxwell what was that? Aaj nahi khelna tha toh pehle hi bata deta management ko.
— Harshit Poddar (@harshitpoddar09) May 22, 2024
Maxwell is the biggest choker in the world
— S💕 (@siimtweetz) May 22, 2024
Kick this mf out
Don’t retain him . To be in bad form ka okay but to be this brainless , neglecting team’s position and playing that shit in first ball .What does he even think
— “ (@KohlifiedGal) May 22, 2024
Glenn Maxwell Wagon wheel pic.twitter.com/HJrECjEJVR
— TukTuk Academy (@TukTuk_Academy) May 22, 2024
Glenn Maxwell 😭 pic.twitter.com/YNQcSUSXlU
— Desi Bhayo (@desi_bhayo88) May 22, 2024
Glenn Maxwell could have taken his time. Bro was in a hurry. pic.twitter.com/xqK6Tv08Mn
— R A T N I S H (@LoyalSachinFan) May 22, 2024
Virat Kohli meeting Glenn Maxwell after the match pic.twitter.com/BjRmSGfhuI
— Sagar (@sagarcasm) May 22, 2024
Glenn Maxwell 😭#RCBvsRRpic.twitter.com/3PSKxwYJeO
— Suresh Parmar® (@iamSureshParmar) May 22, 2024
Glenn Maxwell 🤣#RCBvsRR pic.twitter.com/eVsVEB3Sgo
— Johns (@JohnyBravo183) May 22, 2024
Glenn Maxwell 😭#RCBvsRR pic.twitter.com/GR0CiSHlvc
— V.I.V.E.K (@vivek_1052) May 22, 2024
RR’s victory over RCB in the IPL 2024 Eliminator
Meanwhile in the match, RCB batted first and posted a total of 172/8 in their 20 overs. Virat Kohli and Faf du Plessis provided a steady start with a partnership of 37 runs, but RCB kept losing wickets at regular intervals. Rajat Patidar and Mahipal Lomror played crucial innings, but RR’s bowlers, especially Trent Boult and Ravichandran Ashwin, kept the pressure on.
Chasing 173 for victory, RR started well with Jaiswal scoring briskly, but RCB’s bowlers managed to take wickets at key moments. Riyan Parag and Shimron Hetmyer made valuable contributions, but it was Rovman Powell‘s late burst that ensured RR’s victory with an over to spare.