Australia cemented their dominance in the second Ashes Test at The Gabba on day three, first extending their substantial first-innings lead before their bowlers struck crucial blows under the floodlights to leave England reeling at 134/6, still trailing by 43 runs, in their second innings.
The 35-year-old Mitchell Starc's recent mastery of the wobble seam delivery, which relies more on purchase from the pitch than movement through the air, has helped him a lot during the opening Test against England in Perth, which the hosts won by eight wickets.
Recalling how he found out about the score, he said, "When I saw the total overnight, I thought maybe we could manage around 200 runs. Then when I came home and switched on the television, I saw 5/2. I wasn't too sure if it was two wickets down or five wickets down and then when I checked
Former Australia captain and ICC Hall of Famer Ricky Ponting took a trip down memory lane and reminisced about the moment that served as the "reassurance" that there was something "extra special" for seasoned quick Mitchell Starc.
Veteran Australian left-arm seamer Mitchell Starc has added another glorious chapter to his illustrious career by becoming only the fourth Australian bowler to take 400 wickets in Test cricket. The milestone came in stunning fashion during the third Test against the West Indies, where Starc
"I was happy just to have a win and sing the song. It's certainly been a special week to play, to wear the baggy green. It's been one I'll cherish for a long time," he added.
Starc will become the 16th Aussie and second pacer from his country when he takes to the field in Kingston, Jamaica, for the third Test against the West Indies, which will kickstart from July 13 onwards.
As Mitchell Starc gears up to become just the second Australian fast bowler after Glenn McGrath to play 100 Test matches, tributes have poured in from his long-time pace partners Josh Hazlewood and Pat Cummins. The left-arm seamer is also on the cusp of another milestone, five wickets away f
Mitchell Starc and Nathan Lyon reflected on their bowling partner Josh Hazlewood's nickname, Hazel God given by his Indian Premier League (IPL) team Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) fans.
Australia left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc on Thursday revealed the reason behind pulling out from the ongoing ICC Champions Trophy 2025, which is taking place in Pakistan and in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).