Mitchell Starc doesn’t regret to miss franchise cricket like IPL, PSL, MLC due to…

New Delhi: Mitchell Starc will hit a major career milestone when he takes to the field in the third and final Test against the West Indies. He will play his 100th Test for Australia in this match in Jamaica. The left-arm pacer made his Test debut in 2011. Starc would become only the second fast bowler to play 100 Tests for Australia. Before him, only legendary bowler Glenn McGrath has achieved this feat. Starc distanced himself from franchise cricket for several years to prioritize Test cricket.

Distance made from IPL?

Starc played IPL for Royal Challengers Bangalore in 2015 and 2016, but ruled himself out of the 2017 season. Joined Kolkata Knight Riders in 2018, but could not play due to injury. He made his IPL return with KKR in 2024 and joined Delhi Capitals in 2025.

Does Stark have regrets?

Speaking to the media ahead of his 100th Test, Starc said he has no regrets about leaving the IPL. “Test cricket is the toughest format. I didn’t want to leave this opportunity when I got it. I don’t regret all the years I didn’t play franchise cricket,” he said.

Why did you make this decision?

“I wanted my body to be fully fit to play for Australia. I played 99 Tests, spent some time at home, and spent time with wife Alyssa Healy and family. That was the reason I made the decision,” Starc added.

How many wickets and which titles?

Starc has taken 395 wickets in 99 Tests so far and is only 5 wickets away from 400 wickets. He was part of Australia’s World Cup-winning team in 2015 and has also won the T20 World Cup. He also won the IPL title in 2024 with KKR.

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