Overview
- Maddinson underwent surgery earlier in 2025 before scans showed the cancer had spread to abdominal lymph nodes and his lung, prompting chemotherapy.
- He completed an intensive nine-week chemo course from mid-May to mid-July, describing severe fatigue, total hair loss and steroid-related insomnia.
- Follow-up results in September were encouraging, and he returned to on-field work at NSW’s Olympic Park, including a centre-wicket session on Thursday.
- He plans to rebuild through Sydney premier cricket and potentially NSW’s second XI, saying he is realistic about higher honours and focused on being available.
- The batter kept his illness largely private, leaning on family and a small circle including Adam Zampa and Moises Henriques, and he urged early medical checks after initially needing help from Cricket Australia’s Dr John Orchard to secure scans.