Australian · Launceston, Australia · Born 30 January 1990Lethal left-arm fast bowler whose devastating swing and ability to take wickets at crucial moments have made him one of Australia's most feared pace bowlers.
Mitchell Starc is Australia's premier left-arm fast bowler, renowned for his searing pace and lethal yorkers. A hero of Australia's 2015 and 2023 World Cup triumphs, he regularly touches 150 km/h and has claimed over 600 international wickets across all formats. His ability to swing the ball at high speed makes him one of the most feared new-ball bowlers in modern cricket.
Leading wicket-taker at both the 2015 and 2023 Cricket World Cups, helping Australia win both tournaments
How They Played
Starc bowls left-arm fast with the ability to generate significant pace, regularly exceeding 150 km/h. His greatest strength is his ability to swing the ball both ways at high speed, particularly effective with the new ball and in death overs. He possesses a natural outswinger to right-handed batsmen and can reverse the ball back in, making him dangerous throughout an innings.
Lasting Impact
Starc revolutionized fast bowling by combining extreme pace with consistent swing bowling, proving that speed and movement could be effectively paired. His success in limited-overs cricket helped redefine the role of express pace bowlers in modern cricket.
Career Honours
- Cricket World Cup Winner 2015
- T20 World Cup Winner 2021
- Cricket World Cup Winner 2023
- World Test Championship Winner 2023
- ICC Cricket World Cup Player of the Tournament 2015
| Club | Period | Matches | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| New South Wales | 2009–2024 | 72 | 278 |
| Sydney Sixers | 2011–2024 | 36 | 48 |
| Royal Challengers Bangalore | 2014–2015 | — | — |
| Kolkata Knight Riders | 2018–2023 | — | — |
Australian Athletes