Most successful left-arm fast bowler in Test history – Mitchell Starc
Starc has recently become the most successful left-arm fast bowler in Test history, surpassing Wasim Akram by taking more wickets than his long-standing record. NDTV Sports+2The Guardian+2
In doing so, he also joined the elite group of bowlers to surpass Pat Cummins and others — cementing his legacy among the very best. Hindustan Times+2ESPN Cricinfo+2
In the ongoing Ashes series 2025–26 against England, Starc produced a match-shaping spell: 6 wickets for 71 runs on day one of the Second Test, leading Australia’s bowling attack in a match where many of his fast-bowling teammates were unavailable or injured. The Guardian+1
Besides his lethal bowling, he also contributed with the bat — in the Second Test at the Gabba, he remained unbeaten on 46, helping Australia extend their first-innings lead. Crictoday+1
🎯 Why This Is Big
Left-arm fast bowlers rarely dominate globally — by becoming the top wicket-taker among them, Starc has redefined what a left-arm quick can achieve.
With many of Australia’s usual pace stars sidelined, he’s taken up the burden — showing resilience, fitness, and leadership under pressure.
His recent performances in the Ashes — both with ball and bat — reinforce that even in his mid-30s, he remains world-class, combining experience with skill.
