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Mitchell Starc Overtakes Brett Lee: Australia’s 3rd Leading Wicket-Taker in International Cricket
Mitchell Starc Overtakes Brett Lee: Australia’s 3rd Leading Wicket-Taker in International Cricket
Mitchell Starc Surpasses Brett Lee to Become Australia’s Third Highest Wicket-Taker in International Cricket
Australia’s left-arm pace sensation Mitchell Starc continues to etch his name in cricket history. During his 100th Test match against the West Indies at Sabina Park, Jamaica, Starc overtook Brett Lee to become the third leading wicket-taker for Australia in international cricket across all formats.
Starc’s Historic Achievement
On Day 1 of the Test, Starc delivered a crucial blow in the third session by dismissing West Indies opener Kevlon Anderson. This wicket not only put Australia in command but also marked Starc’s 719th scalp in international cricket, taking him past Brett Lee’s tally of 718 wickets.
- Mitchell Starc: 719 wickets in 292 matches (as of his 100th Test)
- Brett Lee: 718 wickets in 322 matches
Starc achieved this remarkable feat in fewer matches than Lee, highlighting his consistency and dominance since debuting in 2010.
Australia’s Top International Wicket-Takers
| Rank | Player | Matches | Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shane Warne | 338 | 999 |
| 2 | Glenn McGrath | 375 | 948 |
| 3 | Mitchell Starc | 292* | 719 |
| 4 | Brett Lee | 322 | 718 |
| 5 | Nathan Lyon | 170 | 592 |
Legendary spinner Shane Warne and fast bowler Glenn McGrath lead the list, with Starc now firmly in the top three.
Starc vs. Brett Lee: Format-Wise Comparison
| Player | Tests (Wkts) | ODIs (Wkts) | T20Is (Wkts) | Total Matches | Total Wickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell Starc | 100* (396) | 127 (244) | 65 (79) | 292* | 719 |
| Brett Lee | 76 (310) | 221 (380) | 25 (28) | 322 | 718 |
Starc’s continued brilliance in Tests, ODIs, and T20Is cements his legacy among Australia’s best.
Elite Company in Test Cricket
Starc is also on the verge of joining the exclusive club of Australians with 400 or more Test wickets. Only Shane Warne, Glenn McGrath, and Nathan Lyon have achieved this milestone. Starc currently stands at 396 Test wickets in 100 matches.
| Rank | Player | Matches | Test Wickets | Best Figures |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Shane Warne | 145 | 708 | 8/71 |
| 2 | Glenn McGrath | 124 | 563 | 8/24 |
| 3 | Nathan Lyon | 139 | 562 | 8/50 |
| 4 | Mitchell Starc | 100* | 396 | 6/48 |
| 5 | Dennis Lillee | 70 | 355 | 7/83 |
Mitchell Starc: A True Modern Legend
Since making his international debut against India in 2010, Starc has become one of the most feared bowlers in world cricket. His ability to swing the ball at high pace, combined with his knack for breaking crucial partnerships, has been instrumental in Australia’s success across formats.
With years of cricket still ahead, Starc is poised to scale even greater heights and continue breaking records for Australia.
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