New Delhi: Australian ace all-rounder Glenn Maxwell will be out of action for at least three months after he broke his leg in a crazy accident at a friend’s 50th birthday party in Melbourne. The all-rounder has been ruled out from the ODI series against England starting this week. He will go through a hectic rehabilitation after fracturing his left fibula on Saturday. Maxwell and his friend were running and that’s when this incident happened.
"Both slipped and fell, with Maxwell's leg becoming trapped under the other person's, understood to be a friend of Maxwell's," cricket.com.au reported.
The 34-year-old had surgery on Sunday after breaking his leg. Australia are supposed to play four Tests and three ODIs during their India tour in February-March next year.
“Glenn is in good spirits It was an unfortunate accident and we feel for Glenn in the circumstances given he was in great touch in his last few games,” Australia’s selection chief George Bailey said.
“Glenn is a critical part of our white ball structure and we will continue to support him through his recovery and rehabilitation.”
Sean Abbott has taken the place of Maxwell in the squad for the ODI series. Maxwell will not take part in the Big Bash League as well.