Glenn Maxwell frustrated by distracting light show during Australia vs Netherlands match

Glenn Maxwell, the Australian cricketer, criticized the mid-match light shows at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023, calling them “the dumbest idea” and stating that they cause severe headaches. Maxwell made these remarks after his impressive performance, scoring the fastest World Cup century in just 40 balls, leading Australia to a record-breaking 309-run victory over the Netherlands. Despite his outstanding performance, Maxwell expressed his displeasure with the distracting light show during the Dutch team’s reply, covering his eyes in frustration. He stated that he had previously experienced the same issue during a Big Bash game, which resulted in painful headaches and discomfort. Maxwell believes that the light shows are a terrible idea for cricketers, although they may be enjoyable for fans. In the game against the Netherlands, Australian bowlers, led by leg-spinner Adam Zampa, dismissed the Dutch team for just 90 runs in 21 overs, resulting in the largest margin of victory in World Cup history. Maxwell, whose nickname is “The Big Show,” revealed that he had been unwell before the game due to a sleepless night. He attributed his lack of enthusiasm for batting to his illness and exhaustion from spending time with his family. Despite not having high hopes, Maxwell managed to deliver an exceptional performance. In related news, the BCCI received criticism for dirty seats in Hyderabad during the ICC Cricket World Cup 2023.