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Mitchell Starc Test cricket wicket milestones

Overview

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc continued his record-breaking performance during the opening Test against Bangladesh in Darwin. By dismissing opener Shadman Islam, Starc reached 435 Test wickets, officially becoming the most successful left-arm bowler in Test cricket history and surpassing the previous record of 433 held by Sri Lanka’s Rangana Herath.

This milestone also saw Starc overtake Indian legend Kapil Dev on the all-time Test wicket-takers list. Currently ranked 11th overall, he now trails South Africa’s Dale Steyn (439 wickets) by four wickets. Reaching 440 wickets would place him within the top 10 leading wicket-takers of all time.

Amidst these achievements, Starc addressed the physical challenges of his career. He noted the necessity of extensive ankle and toe strapping during every bowling spell to manage injury risks following multiple surgeries. Describing himself as a ‘heel strike’ bowler, he explained that constant support is required to manage ongoing impingement issues.

Entities

Kapil Dev · Bangladesh national cricket team · Mitchell Starc · Australia national cricket team · Australian cricket team

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 11 sources
    Mitchell Starc becomes most successful left-arm Test bowler

    Mitchell Starc has become the most successful left-arm Test bowler in history, surpassing Rangana Herath and overtaking Kapil Dev on the all-time wicket-takers list.

  2. 15 days ago

    [SPORTS] 8 sources
    Mitchell Starc Nears Top Five Test Wicket‑Takers Ahead of Bangladesh Test

    Mitchell Starc, with 433 Test wickets, is set to break into the top five fast‑bowling record holders as he prepares for the Bangladesh Test in Darwin, while also being a favourite for the 2026 Allan Border Med­

Sources

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