Mitchell Starc — News, Form & Match Updates

Want quick, clear updates on Mitchell Starc? You’re in the right place. Starc is one of the most feared left-arm fast bowlers in modern cricket — known for raw pace, toe-crushing yorkers and a knack for taking big wickets. This tag page collects match reports, injury updates, squad news and practical notes for fans and fantasy players.

If you follow international cricket or the big T20 leagues, this page keeps everything about Starc in one spot. Expect match recaps, analysis of his bowling spells, comment on fitness and selection, and tips on when he’s a smart pick for your fantasy team.

Form and fitness — what to watch

Form matters with fast bowlers. For Starc, look at three quick things: speed, control and the new ball strike rate. When his pace is up and he lands yorkers at the death, he changes games. When control drops or there are niggles, he’s managed carefully — often rested between series to avoid long-term issues.

We track his workload across Tests, ODIs and T20s. That helps predict availability for upcoming tours and franchise games. Injury news tends to move fast, so check match-day squads and official team releases here for the most reliable updates.

Match impact and role

Starc is a strike bowler up front and at the death. In Tests he can swing the new ball and produce game-changing spells. In white-ball cricket he’s lethal with early swing and late yorkers. Teams plan specific plans against him — rotate strike, target certain bowlers — and those tactical shifts show up in our match notes.

We also flag how conditions suit him. Overcast English conditions or wickets with some pace and bounce tend to boost his effectiveness. Flat subcontinental tracks can force a different approach, like bowling shorter or focusing on variations.

Want quick reads? Look for our match summaries that highlight his key overs, number of wickets, economy and one-liners on how he changed the match momentum.

For fantasy players: pick him when he’s fit and playing in attack-friendly conditions. If he’s rested or recovering, avoid him even if the fixture looks tempting. We call that out in our previews so you don’t waste a transfer.

We add links to live score pages, official team announcements and major league schedules so you can follow Starc across formats: Tests, ODIs, the Big Bash League and international T20 franchises. Bookmark this tag and refresh it before selecting your fantasy squad or checking who’s in the playing XI.

Got a match you want covered or a specific stat to check? Drop a comment on the article or tip our editors. We aim for fast, accurate updates so fans stay ahead of the game when Mitchell Starc steps onto the field.

July 21, 2025

Mitchell Starc Clinches 400th Test Wicket in Spectacular Show at Sabina Park

Mitchell Starc claimed his 400th Test wicket during his 100th match, marking a rare double milestone for the Australian pacer. He tore through the West Indies with a triple-wicket opening over and a record-fast five-wicket haul, with a heartfelt tribute video topping off the memorable day.

December 7, 2024

Australia's Mitchell Starc Shines with 6-Wicket Haul Against India in the Pink Ball Test

In the second Test match at Adelaide Oval, Mitchell Starc spearheaded Australia's assault on India with a remarkable six-wicket haul, leaving India at a paltry 180 runs. Following an underwhelming batting effort by India, Starc's precision bowling was complemented by Scott Boland and Pat Cummins, who picked up two wickets each. At stumps, Australia stood at 86 for 1, trailing by 94 runs, with Nathan McSweeney and Marnus Labuschagne at the crease.