Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has fractured his forearm and been ruled out of this week’s three Twenty20s in New Zealand, the team said on Tuesday.
The 36-year-old, who is expected to play a key role in Australia’s T20 World Cup 2026 campaign, is also unlikely to feature in the upcoming five-match series against India. This eight-match block against New Zealand and India was seen as a critical phase in Australia’s preparation for the global tournament, but multiple injury setbacks have disrupted their plans.
Maxwell, who scored an unbeaten half-century to drive Australia to a T20 series win over South Africa last month, was struck on the wrist while bowling in the nets and will return to Australia to see a specialist.
Josh Philippe will replace Maxwell in the squad for the three matches against the Black Caps at Mount Maunganui’s Bay Oval on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday.
