Glenn Maxwell criticised the mid-innings light shows that have been a feature of some of World Cup games after his Player of the Match performance in Australia’s record win over Netherlands at Delhi.

Maxwell enjoyed a spectacular outing against the Netherlands, blitzing a 40-ball century – the fourth fastest in the history of ODI cricket and the fastest ever struck at a World Cup. He reached three figures despite only facing his first ball in the 41st over of the innings.

Australia posted a total of 399-8 off their 50 overs, a target they defended with ease. Netherlands were bowled out for just 90 as Adam Zampa secured this third four-wicket haul in as many games.

The final margin of victory was a whopping 309 runs, the most ever recorded in a World Cup game.

It wasn’t a totally perfect day for Maxwell, however, as the Australia all-rounder took issue with a light show that was on display during the Dutch innings. According to reporters at the ground, Maxwell held his hands over his eyes during the performance.

Quizzed on the display after the game, Maxwell explained that he has never been a fan of mid-game light shows. “Well, something like that light show similar happened at Perth Stadium during a Big Bash game,” said Maxwell. “I just felt like it gave me shocking headaches and it takes me a while for my eyes to readjust. I just think it’s the dumbest idea for cricketers when you’ve got this thing coming at you quickly and your eyes take so long to adjust and I think we just lost a wicket and the Perth Stadium lights went nuts.

“I was at the other end and it took me ages to get my eyes to go again and I felt like I had a headache – so I just try and cover up as much as I possibly can and ignore it but it’s a horrible, horrible idea.”

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