Mitchell Starc, Australia’s left-arm fast bowler, has announced his retirement from T20 Internationals. The 35-year-old made the decision public on 2 September, saying he will now focus on Test matches and One-Day Internationals. Starc played 65 T20Is for Australia, taking 79 wickets and finishing as the team’s second-highest wicket-taker in the format after Adam Zampa. He played an important role in Australia’s 2021 T20 World Cup victory, calling it one of the proudest moments of his career.
Mitchell Starc Retires
Starc confirmed that Test cricket will remain his main priority, along with preparations for the 2027 ODI World Cup. His exit from T20Is also opens space for younger fast bowlers to showcase their talent on the international stage.
