Glenn Maxwell No Match for Varun Chakravarthy Again
Varun Chakravarthy dismissed Glenn Maxwell for the fifth time in T20 cricket, extending his remarkable dominance over the Australian batsman. On India's tour of Australia, Chakravarthy continued his excellent form, leading the wickets tally as the series neared its end with one match left.
Key Moment in the Carrara Oval Match
Though Chakravarthy took only one wicket in the game at Carrara Oval, it was a crucial one. He completely deceived Maxwell, bowling him out and effectively deciding the match as India secured a 48-run victory to take a 2-1 series lead.
Challenges for Maxwell Against Chakravarthy's Spin
Despite Maxwell's usual strength against spin bowling, he has consistently struggled against Chakravarthy’s unique style. Returning from injury, Maxwell was caught off-guard, creating space for a big shot but missing entirely, leading to a dismissive wicket.
Krishnamachari Srikkanth’s Candid Commentary
“Glenn Maxwell shakes in his boots whenever Varun Chakravarthy comes on to bowl. Varun picks up certain batters like a rabbit. Especially when he sees Maxwell, he gobbles him up like a piece of cake.”
Former Indian opener Srikkanth spoke humorously yet accurately on his YouTube channel, highlighting the stark imbalance between these two players.
Summary
Varun Chakravarthy’s spin bowling remains a major hurdle for Glenn Maxwell, continuing to dictate their head-to-head encounters decisively.
Author’s summary: Varun Chakravarthy’s mastery over Glenn Maxwell in T20 cricket showcases a clear mismatch, with the spinner consistently outsmarting the batsman through clever variations and psychological edge.