Overview
- Chief selector George Bailey said Maxwell could take the gloves if short‑term cover is needed during the tournament.
- Josh Inglis is the only specialist wicketkeeper selected, reflecting a conditions-driven focus on spin depth and multi‑role players.
- Maxwell has never kept at senior international level but did so in junior cricket, a 2009 Hong Kong Sixes outing, and in training during the 2022 home World Cup.
- Alex Carey or Josh Philippe are identified as longer‑term replacement options if Inglis is unavailable beyond a game.
- Australia, led by Mitchell Marsh, open their Group B campaign against Ireland in Colombo on February 11 before facing Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, and Oman.