Duck Hunt: Glenn Maxwell Joins Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik for Most Ducks in IPL History

Glenn Maxwell has joined cricket icons Rohit Sharma and Dinesh Karthik in an infamously unflattering record: most ducks in the history of the Indian Premier League (IPL).

Maxwell’s Duck Dilemma

On Thursday, during the IPL 2024 match between Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) and Mumbai Indians (MI), Maxwell was dismissed for a duck, becoming the third batter in the tournament’s history to reach 17 dismissals for zero.

In the match, Maxwell was dismissed via a leg before wicket (LBW) by MI’s Shreyas Gopal, extending his disappointing IPL season. The Australian all-rounder has struggled to find form, notching only 32 runs in six innings.

The Unwanted Club

Maxwell and Sharma were tied with 16 ducks before Thursday’s match, and Karthik had claimed the dubious distinction of most ducks in the IPL. However, Maxwell’s latest dismissal has brought the trio level at 17 unfortunate zeros.

Other Duck Hunters

Behind the leading trio, a host of other batters have also carved their names into the duck chronicle. Rashid Khan, Piyush Chawla, Sunil Narine, and Mandeep Singh have all been dismissed for zero 15 times. Manoj Tiwary and Ambati Rayudu complete the top ten, both with 14 ducks.

Netizens’ Reactions

Maxwell’s latest duck has ignited a flurry of reactions on social media, with many expressing their amusement and frustration. Some netizens created memes, while others expressed hope that Maxwell’s luck would change.

Maxwell’s Perspective

Despite the record, Maxwell has remained optimistic, saying, “It’s a bit of a strange record to have, but it’s something I’ll try to turn around.”

The Australian all-rounder has recently opened up about his struggles, revealing that he has focused on practicing more diligently and working on his mental game. However, the results have yet to show on the field.

Conclusion

As the IPL 2024 unfolds, all eyes will be on Glenn Maxwell to see if he can break free from this unwanted record. While his recent form has been concerning, Maxwell’s determination to improve suggests that he is capable of turning things around.