Australia all-rounder Glen Maxwell open to new role for 2026 T20 World Cup

The 36-year-old has been working hard on his Powerplay bowling as the team prepares for the 2026 T20 World Cup in the sub-continent during February and March.

"I think in the sub-continent you might be able to get a little bit more out of it as a spinner early on," said Maxwell to reporters in Cairns.

"Especially that new ball, the hard seam, being able to grip on those dry surfaces. So it might be something we think about heading forward."

Maxwell has picked up the wickets of Aiden Markram and newcomer Lhuan-dre Pretorius in the PowerPlay of the  recent two T20 clashes against South Africa, with the three match series tied at 1-1.

"I'm just as surprised as anyone when I get a wicket. I love getting wickets," added Maxwell ahead of the series decider.

"It's very surprising anytime I get anyone out. I'm there to do a job in the Powerplay and I'm trying to execute that as well as I can."

He also discussed his batting position, having batted fifth in the first T20 international against the Proteas and seventh in the second clash.

"I've been a bit of the shuffler around the order, up and down. I'm filling holes at the moment. Trying to play whatever role is needed for me in this side and just try and be as adaptable as possible."

The Aussies will face South Africa in the final T20I on Saturday.