Day 4 of the series-deciding third Test between South Africa and Australia at Newlands produced a perfect blend of competitive cricket, light-hearted moments and remarkable batting performances.
South African batter Matthew Breetzke has been drawing attention for a cheeky bit of on-field banter towards Mitchell Starc during the third and final Test against Australia at Newlands in Cape Town.
Mitchell Starc’s intense bouncer barrage sparked a cheeky face-pulling exchange from Matthew Breetzke Breetzke’s fun ended at 43 when he took on a short
Mitchell Starc produced a sensational performance on the opening day of the third Test between Australia and South Africa, finishing with figures of 6/72.
Left-arm bowlers have long been a major threat in Test cricket, using their unique angles, swing, accuracy and variations to challenge even the most accomplished batters.
The late 30s are often considered a time of reflection in every sportsperson’s life. After being at the top of one’s game through one's 20s, as soon as someone crosses 35, the inevitable countdown to retirement begins.
South Africa’s opening batter Marques Ackerman produced an aggressive batting display against Australia in the third Test at Newlands in Cape Town. The left-hander took on Mitchell Starc just before lunch, smashing the Australian pacer for four consecutive boundaries in a remarkable over.
Mitchell Starc credited discussions with his wife and Australia’s coaching staff for helping him assess his bowling struggles after producing a decisive spell against South Africa in the third Test.
CAPE TOWN, South Africa (AP) — Mitchell Starc bagged his 20th five-wicket haul as South Africa slid from 203-1 to 329 all out on Day 1 of the deciding third and final cricket test against Australia at Newlands on Tuesday.
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc wrote his name into history during the second Test against South Africa at St George’s Park in Gqeberha. The left-arm pacer achieved the feat on Day 3 of the match by dismissing South Africa’s captain Wiaan Mulder, as he picked up his 450th scalp in Tests.
Scott Boland takes four wickets as South Africa struggle against Australia on Day 2 Temba Bavuma remains unbeaten on 41, with South Africa ending the day
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has cast doubt over his participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027, with a demanding international schedule forcing him to carefully consider his workload.
Australia speedster Mitchell Starc, as per reports carried by Code Sports, is unsure about his participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027. The 36-year-old will be busy with his national side.
Mitchell Starc is yet to make a decision on his participation in the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2027 due to Australia’s busy Test schedule. The Australian’s star fast bowler is expected to balance his franchise cricket and commitment towards the national side’s red-ball fixtures.
Wiaan Mulder produced another important breakthrough for South Africa during the first Test against Australia at Kingsmead in Durban. The all-rounder bowled Mitchell Starc for six in the second session on Day 2, using the second new ball to break through Australia’s lower order.
Mahli Beardman is rebuilding his career after a season-ending back injury forced him out of action following his T20 international debut against Pakistan in January.
Australia are expected to rotate Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Josh Hazlewood in the three-match ODI series against South Africa to ensure they are fresh for the Tests.
Major League Cricket: Australia’s fast bowling spearhead Mitchell Starc believes the intense off-field friction that once defined contests against South Africa has largely dissolved, adding that there is certainly ‘no animosity left’ between the two teams ahead of the first Test starting at Kingsmead on October 9.
Bangladesh completed their two-match Test series against Australia with a 1-1 draw after contrasting results in the two matches. The team secured a historic win in the opening Test at Darwin by nine wickets before Australia responded with an innings victory in Mackay.
The second Test match between AUS and BAN has already seen plenty of action, with 18 wickets falling on opening day. Bangladesh were all out for just 64, their fifth-lowest total in the longest format of the game.
Mitchell Starc delivered one of the great fast-bowling spells in recent Test history on August 22, 2026, claiming six wickets for 12 runs from 10 overs in the second Test against Bangladesh at Mackay.
Australia's pace spearhead Mitchell Starc has shattered Rangana Herath's world record for claiming the most Test wickets by a left-arm bowler in Test cricketing history.
Mitchell Starc claimed the record for the most Test wickets by a left-arm bowler on August 13, 2026, when he dismissed Bangladesh opener Shadman Islam during the first Test at Darwin.
Mitchell Starc entered the cauldron of the Indian Premier League (IPL) in 2014 when Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) signed him up for INR 5 crore. Starc had a fairly impressive debut season as he bagged 14 wickets in as many games for RCB at an economy rate of 7.49.