In an exciting display of fast bowling, Mitchell Starc dominated the first innings of the second The Frontiers Trophy-Gavaskar Test game against India at the Adelaide Oval. With an impressive bowling figure of 6/48 Starc not only showed his skill but removed the former Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) team man Rana Harshit. The day marked a milestone in Starc's career, as it was his 15th five-wicket haul and his first against India in a day-night Test.
Mitchell Starc's top spell brings a six-wicket haul
Starc's performance was instrumental in bowling India out for just 180 runs, a feat that highlighted his mastery with the pink ball. His ability to swing and bowl the ball effectively in day and night conditions proved to be too much for the Indian batting line-up including the likes of Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma. This match was particularly notable as it was Starc's first six-wicket haul in an innings in five years, marking a revival in form that fans and analysts alike had been hoping for. to love to see.
The atmosphere at Adelaide Oval was electrifying, with fans witnessing Starc's lethal yorkers and sharp bouncers that left the Indian batsmen in disarray. The left-arm spinner not only destroyed the Indian top order but was also a reminder of his abilities, especially under lights.
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Starc's light swing yorker clears Harshit Rana for a duck
One of the highlights came when Starc dismissed Rana with a perfectly executed yorker hitting the bottom of the stumps on the last delivery of the 39th over. The left arm pacer looked at the tailor, a perfect yorker in, which surprised Rana to be bowled with both pace and line. As Rana walked back to the pavilion without scoring, Starc couldn't help but smile at his former KKR teammate. The exchange between Starc and Rana was not just about cricket; it was also full in their collective history since the IPL. Earlier this year, the two players contributed to KKR's title-winning campaign, forging a bond that transcended international rivalry.
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A stunning peach of a yorker gets Mitchell Starc his fifth wicket!#AUSWIND | #Delivery with Speed | @NBN_Australia pic.twitter.com/SwVIHFiNhK
– cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 6, 2024
The conflict was reborn
Starc and Rana's rivalry had been brewing since they first met at the Optus Stadium in the previous Test series. In that match, Rana had tested Starc with a flurry of short balls, leading to some cute exchanges where Starc reminded Rana of his speed. The friendly jibes continued into this test match, with both players pushing each other to excel. Starc's ability to maintain composure while engaging in light sports with Rana shows his experience and maturity as a seasoned international cricketer. Such interactions not only entertain fans but also highlight the lighter side of competitive sports.
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