Legends are made in moments like these. On Day 1 of the 2nd Ashes Test at the Gabba, Mitchell Starc etched his name into cricket immortality by becoming the most successful left-arm fast bowler in Test history. When Harry Brook’s wicket fell to Starc’s lethal delivery, it wasn’t just another dismissal—it was the 415th scalp of an extraordinary career, surpassing the legendary Wasim Akram’s tally of 414.
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Record-Breaking Achievement
| Milestone | Details |
|---|---|
| Wickets | 415 (and counting) |
| Tests Played | 102 |
| Previous Record | Wasim Akram – 414 wickets in 104 Tests |
| All-Time Ranking | 16th in Test cricket history |
| Match | 2nd Ashes Test 2025 vs England |
| Age | 35 years |
Faster to the Summit
What makes Starc’s achievement even more remarkable is the speed at which he reached this milestone. The Australian speedster accomplished the feat in 102 Tests, while Wasim Akram took 104 matches—showcasing Starc’s exceptional consistency and strike rate. He now sits 16th on the all-time wicket-takers list and is poised to overtake cricketing greats like Harbhajan Singh and Shaun Pollock in the coming matches.
Top 5 Left-Arm Pacers in Test History
| Bowler | Wickets | Tests |
|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 415* | 102 |
| Wasim Akram | 414 | 104 |
| Chaminda Vaas | 355 | 111 |
| Trent Boult | 317 | 78 |
| Zaheer Khan | 311 | 92 |
Ashes Dominance Continues
Starc’s record-breaking moment came amid another devastating spell. After claiming 10 wickets in the first Ashes Test, he continued his rampage at the Gabba, dismissing Ben Duckett, Ollie Pope, and Harry Brook to reduce England to a shocking 5/2 within the first three overs. Though Joe Root and Zak Crawley mounted rescue efforts with 70 each, Starc’s unplayable pace and swing had already set the tone.
The Complete Package
What separates Starc from his peers is his remarkable consistency across all conditions and opponents. His wicket distribution tells the story: over 110 wickets against England, 66 versus India, 57 against Sri Lanka, 54 against Pakistan, and 47 against South Africa. This versatility against diverse batting lineups proves he’s not just effective—he’s unstoppable across formats and conditions.
Legacy Secured
At 35, Mitchell Starc shows no signs of slowing down. His ability to deliver match-winning performances in crucial moments, combined with his longevity and fitness, places him among the greatest fast bowlers cricket has ever seen. As he continues to climb the all-time wicket-takers list, the Australian pace legend reminds us why left-arm pace bowling remains one of cricket’s most devastating arts.
For fans of fast bowling and Ashes drama, Starc’s journey is far from over. Every wicket now adds to a legacy that will inspire generations of left-arm quicks to come.
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