Published 22:56 IST, December 30th 2019

Glenn Maxwell becomes a firefighter before Melbourne Stars BBL match vs Hobart Hurricanes

Glenn Maxwell was seen dousing a fire in Launceston. A video was shared by his teammate and South African pacer Dale Steyn on his Instagram account. Read more.

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2019/20 Big Bash League (BBL) has thrown up some unforgettable highlight moments. Fans have witnessed some amazing pieces of fielding, catching and fireworks with bat. In recent rain-curtailed game between Melbourne Stars and Hobart Hurricanes, it was Stars who emerged victorious. match was reduced to 11 overs after several rain interruptions. Hobart mand to put 55 runs on board. Stars eventually won match due to DLS method.  match also witnessed Marcus Stoinis lying flat on pitch after Hurricanes pacer Riley Meredith bowled a bouncer which ended up striking him on helmet.

Also Read: Marcus Stoinis Floored By A Deadly Bouncer From Riley Meredith, Watch Scary Video

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BBL: Glenn Maxwell turns firefighter

However, it was a pre-match event that caught eye of  fans. It involved Melbourne Stars skipper Glenn Maxwell. Before game, South Africa's Dale Steyn posted a video of Glenn Maxwell dousing a fire in Launceston. video, posted on BBL official Twitter handle, shows Glenn Maxwell running on a street with a fire extinguisher. He is dousing a small fire that has started near road.

Also Read: Big Bash: Glenn Maxwell Excites Fans By Smashing Six Off New 'chop' Switch Hit; Watch Clip

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BBL: Glenn Maxwell returns to cricket and IPL auction

Recently, Maxwell decided to go on an indefinite strike from cricket. He took a break to deal with his mental health issues. Soon, he returned to play in this year’s Big Bash League. On Friday, Glenn Maxwell played a swashbuckling kck of 43 runs in just 25 deliveries. It included four sixes against Adelaide Strikers. In recent IPL 2020 auction, explosive middle-order batsman from Australia was picked up for 10.75 crore by his former side Kings XI Punjab.

Also Read: IPL Auction Live Updates: Glenn Maxwell Reunites With Kings XI Punjab In Rs. 10 Cr Deal

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Also Read: Glenn Maxwell Opens Up About His Mental Health, Says His Partner Was First To tice

22:56 IST, December 30th 2019