April 1, 2026 1:09:32 PM
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has retired from T20 International cricket, it was announced on September 2, 2025, to focus on Test and ODI cricket. The 35-year-old left-armer finished as a key T20 figure, taking 79 wickets in 65 matches and winning the 2021 T20 World Cup, aiming to extend his career in longer formats.
Key Details of Starc's T20I Retirement:
- Retirement Focus: Starc declared on the Cricket.com.au site that Test cricket is his highest priority, aiming to remain "fresh, fit and at my best".
- Career Highlights: He finishes with 79 wickets, placing him second on the all-time list for Australian men in T20Is.
- Final Appearance: His last T20I match was during the 2024 World Cup in the Caribbean.
- Reasoning: The decision was made to prioritize Australia’s packed Test schedule and the 2027 ODI World Cup.
Source: Al Jazeera, ICC
