Mitchell Starc Retirement: Australian veteran fast bowler Mitchell Starc has announced to retire from T20 International cricket. The 35 -year -old Stark now wants to focus on Test cricket and the ODI World Cup to be held in 2027. He played the last T-20 match during the 2024 T-20 World Cup. In his career, Stark took 79 wickets in 65 matches and he was the second most successful bowler in T20 for Australia. His best performance was against the West Indies in 2022, when he took 4 wickets.
The World Cup of 2021 was memorable
Stark was part of the Australian team that won the T20 World Cup held in UAE in 2021. He said that every T20 match was special for him, but the World Cup of 2021 will always be immortal in his memories, because the team’s performance was great and the atmosphere was very special.
Test and ODI will be focused
Stark clearly said that Test cricket has always been his priority. Australia’s schedule is very busy in 2026 and 2027, including Test series against Bangladesh, South Africa and New Zealand, tour of India, a 150th anniversary special Test against England and Ashes series in England. Also, the ODI World Cup of 2027 will also be part of their big preparation.
New path for team
Stark said that his decision will give him a chance to stay fit and fresh for big tournaments. Also, Australia will get an opportunity to create a new bowling unit, which can lead the team in the next T20 World Cup.
chairman George Bailey appreciated
George Bailey, chairman of Cricket Australia’s selection committee, praised Stark fiercely and said that he should be proud of his T20 career. On many occasions, he has turned the attitude of the match with his sharp bowling and has won the team.
Announcement of new series
Along with Stark’s retirement, Australia also announced the team for the three T20 matches series against New Zealand in October. It will not include Cameron Green and Nathan Ellis. At the same time, Matt Short and Mitchell Owen have returned, while Marcus Stoinis has also been given a place in the squad.
