Mitchell Starc produced a career-best performance on day 1 of IND vs AUS day-night Test in Adelaide. He struck on the very first ball of the game, dismissing in-form Yashasvi Jaiswal, and went on to dismantle India's batting lineup.
Starc accounted for key wickets, including KL Rahul, Virat Kohli, R Ashwin, Harsit Rana, and capped off his spell by dismissing Nitish Kumar Reddy. His bowling figures of 6/48 ensured India were bowled out for mere 180 runs.
Starc's unmatched ability to deliver in high-pressure situations has made him one of Australia's greatest pacers. His latest masterclass against India only cements his legacy as a bowler capable of changing games single-handedly.
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A look at Mitchell Starc's career best performances
6/154 vs South Africa: In 2012, Starc claimed 6 wickets for 154 runs against a formidable South African batting lineup in Perth. His victims included giants like Jacques Kallis and AB de Villiers. Despite his heroic efforts, South Africa won the match by 309 runs.
6/111 vs England, Nottingham: In 2015 Ashes, Mitchell Starc led Australia's bowling attack with figures of 6/111. Despite his heroics, Australia suffered a crushing defeat by an innings and 78 runs.
6/66 vs Pakistan, Adelaide, 2019: Mitchell Starc was at his lethal best in the day-night Test against Pakistan at Adelaide Oval, taking 6 wickets for 66 runs. His disciplined spell tore through the Pakistani batting lineup. This performance helped Australia secure a thumping win by an innings and 48 runs.
6/50 vs Sri Lanka, Galle, 2016: Mitchell Starc's spell of 6/50 in Galle was a testament to his relentless pace. In just 13 overs, he dismantled Sri Lanka's second innings, taking 11 wickets in the match. Despite Australia losing by 229 runs, this performance is remembered as one of Starc's most remarkable displays in challenging subcontinental conditions.