IPL 2023: Glenn Maxwell doubtful to start but plays a new role for RCB in training nets

RCB vs MI: Glenn Maxwell has been one of main pillars of Royal Challengers Bangalore since he started to play for franchise in 2021. Maxwell has been an important asset for Bangalore's middle order and has also played many match-winning innings for franchise. However, star Aussie all-rounder is doubtful to play in team's first match against Mumbai Indians in Bengaluru on April 2, 2023.

Glenn Maxwell has joined Royal Challengers Bangalore camp in Bengaluru and is also going through har yards on field with or players. Apart from being doubtful to play in match against Mumbai Indians, Maxwell was seen giving catching practice to his fellow RCB players. 

Glenn Maxwell gives catching practice in RCB nets; Watch

A video uploed on Royal Challengers Bangalore Twitter handle showcased Glenn Maxwell do some catching practice. Apart from holding on to some high balls, Aussie also taught his fellow RCB players tactics and correct position of how to catch a ball. Glenn Maxwell is also known for his gun fielding and has pulled off some brilliant catches in history of Indian Premier League. 

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Glenn Maxwell scored 513 runs in his inaugural season for Royal Challengers Bangalore followed by 301 runs in IPL 2022. Maxwell was not able to play according to his stature in last season and was looking forward to scoring runs in IPL 2023. Aussie all-rounder however sustained a leg injury when he met with an accident in last year's November. Glenn Maxwell has been out of action from professional cricket since n and is also doubtful to play against MI on April 2, 2023.

Coming back to Royal Challengers Bangalore, team will play its first match against Rohit Sharma-led Mumbai Indian at M. Chinnaswamy Stium in Bengaluru on April 2, 2023. Both teams will look to begin ir IPL 2023 campaign with a win and go on and clinch trophy.