Mitchell Starc Retires from T20Is, Eyes on Prolonging International Career

Australia Fast Bowler Calls Time on T20I Career

Legendary Australia fast bowler Mitchell Starc has decided to retire from T20I cricket, prioritizing Test and ODI cricket in the final leg of his storied career. The 35-year-old has not played the format since the last T20 World Cup in the USA & West Indies.

Career Highlights

• 65-game T20I career with 79 wickets at an economy of 7.74
• Featured in five of the six T20 World Cups played since 2012
• Central figure in Australia's 2021 T20 World Cup win in Dubai

Future Plans

• Hopes to continue playing in Test and ODI cricket
• Will also play in the IPL and other domestic games
• Prioritizes Test cricket as his highest priority

Quotes

"Test cricket is and has always been my highest priority."

— Mitchell Starc

"Mitch should be incredibly proud of his T20 career for Australia. He was an integral member of the 2021 World Cup winning side and, as across all his cricket, had a great skill for blowing games open with his wicket taking ability."

— George Bailey, Chair of selectors