kings of punjab (pbks)It belongs to a Bollywood actress TIKSI ZINTAAhead of the IPL 2026 auction, Australia has taken a significant decision to release all-rounder Glenn Maxwell. Maxwell’s IPL 2025 campaign was marred by injury and resulting in a low-impact season. He played just seven matches, averaging 26 in 48, scoring four single figures and top scoring. Additionally, a finger injury ruled him out for the remainder of the tournament.
Why did Punjab Kings decide to release Glenn Maxwell?
The way with Maxwell is partly to reshuffle the Punjab Kings with the Auction strategy and to free up foreign player slots. The franchise is focused on rejuvenating the team with younger and more consistent performers, as well as balancing its squad to address key areas such as finishing and bowling. Maxwell’s release is part of a larger move that includes the release of at least four players IPL 2026 Auction December 16 scheduled outside India.
Maxwell’s IPL travels with Punjab Kings
Maxwell’s return to Punjab kings in 2025, he previously played for PBK between 2014 and 2017. Despite an explosive debut season in the IPL, he has struggled to find consistent form in recent years. His stats for the 2025 season reflect this decline, although he remains a striker with an impressive international T20 record.
Other great names issued by Punjab kings
Additional players released by Pbks are Aaron Hardie, Kyle Jamieson, Kuldeep Sen, Praveen Dubey and Vishnu Vinod. Jamieson, who joined the squad when Lockie Ferguson was injured, managed to take just five wickets in four matches. Dubey played only one game, Hardie, Sen and Vinod did not play a single match for PBKs in the IPL 2025 season.
The franchise now wants to rebuild the core with players who can deliver under consistent pressure at crucial stages of the game.
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