Glenn Maxwell sets a new unwanted record of scoring the highest ducks in the IPL history
The Australian wicket-keeper Glenn Maxwell achieved another IPL milestone through his 19th batting dismissal without scoring in the 2025 Indian Premier League competitions, but it secured bad standing in IPL history. During Punjab Kings’ IPL 2025 match opener against Gujarat Titans, Maxwell reached his 19th duck, which marked his return to first place for the tournament’s most ducks record after Rohit Sharma tied at 18 ducks just days before.
Dismissal at a crucial juncture during the match
The important phase of the match led to Maxwell’s unexpected dismissal. Punjab Kings’ captain Shreyas Iyer and his team colleagues Priyansh Arya and Shashank Singh gave their fans 243/5 after Iyer scored 97 runs which earned Punjab Kings the match victory. The golden duck by Maxwell created a direct contrast with Punjab Kings’ exceptional batting show as well.
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In the end, Punjab Kings won by 11 runs, even though Maxwell’s batting performance ended badly since Gujarat Titans reached only 232/5 in their 20 overs. Maxwell made a valuable contribution toward the match outcome by bowing out Gujarat’s dangerous captain, Shubman Gill, when he was batting at 33 from 14 balls. The batting mistake made by Maxwell eliminated what could have been his positive performance with the ball.
Unwanted records not aspired by players
Maxwell’s 19 ducks as a batting player in 135 IPL matches stand as a demonstration of his inconsistent performance throughout his distinguished playing career. Despite his ability to change matches with his aggressive batting style Maxwell often receives negative feedback from critics because of his predictable failures under tense situations. The recent error in his batting has sparked renewed discussion about his performance integrity in important matches.
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Every player in the Indian Premier League competition avoids seeking the record for the highest duck total as it remains a position no cricketer wants to occupy. Maxwell leads the list of most ducks, along with Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik, since all three players have played 18 innings without scoring. The list also includes Sunil Narine together with Piyush Chawla, by have 16 ducks.
Controversy over DRS
Fans and analysts remain frustrated about Maxwell’s latest duck because he failed to use the Decision Review System (DRS) to challenge the umpire’s call. The replay evidence demonstrated that the ball struck outside the stumps, offering Maxwell an opportunity to save his reputation through a review process. Many fans and analysts severely judge his decision to avoid a review because they doubt his insight during this crucial moment.
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Inconsistency in the IPL
The unpredictable behavior Maxwell displays during IPL matches serves as a small reflection of how his entire professional career has unfolded. Although Maxwell provides victory-winning displays repeatedly, his sporadic play has repeatedly resulted in major criticisms from both fans and analysts. Maxwell achieved 2,771 runs with an average of 24.52 and 156.64 strike rate in 135 IPL matches despite holding the potential for greater numbers.
The most recent incident in IPL raises issues regarding the degree of expectation that exists for its competitors. The IPL stands as a world-known cricket competition which subjects its participants to intense public examination. The IPL experience since 2012 has placed significant pressure on Maxwell as he continues to play for different teams.
Conclusion
Glenn Maxwell holds the IPL history’s worst record of scoring 19 ducks against other cricket players. The unfortunate 19 ducks in Maxwell’s IPL history do not limit his cricketing achievements and reputation. Maxwell’s combination of winning skills alongside his specialized talents will enable him to transform his current situation.
