MLC 2024: Glenn Maxwell wins hearts as he gives his POTM award to a fan

Australia all-rounder Glenn Maxwell displayed a heartwarming gesture after his side’s match at the MLC (Major League Cricket) 2024. After Washington Freedom’s clash against Los Angeles Knight Riders in the tournament, Glenn Maxwell had won the Player of the Match award; however, he gave his award to a fan and even gave him an autograph. 

In the clip, which has gone viral all over social media, Maxwell was captured giving a big box to a young fan after the game. Despite not getting the chance to bat, Maxwell impressed with his bowling. 

Taking three wickets, Maxwell conceded 15 runs in his spell and helped limit Knight Riders to a total of 129 runs in the first innings of the game. Furthermore, Freedom chased down the target in just 16 overs, losing just two wickets in the process, winning the game by eight wickets. 

The clip of Maxwell giving his award to a fan was shared by Washington Freedom on their official X handle. “The winner of the hearts award goes to **Glenn Maxwell, who graciously gave his POTM award to his fan,” Freedom captioned the post. 

It was nice to get some help from the wicket: Maxwell

After the game, Glenn Maxwell came forward to talk about his performance in the clash, and how it was good that the surface was helping the bowlers. He also opined that he loves not having to bat. 

“We're fortunate with the conditions and Saurabh picking wickets at top. It was nice to get some help from the wicket. There was little bit of spin, little bit of inconsistency. It was a good day and nice to go at the top as well. I'm absolutely loving not having to bat; great to give my body a bit of rest. Smudge (Steve Smith) is doing a great job as a leader and opener, very fortunate to have him,” Maxwell said in the post-match presentation ceremony.