52 IPL matches, 65 wickets, including best bowling figures of 5 for 35, but most importantly tons of Indian Premier League experience having starred with strong winning teams such as the Kolkata Knight Riders and yet Mitchell Starc is all set to disappoint several IPL fans even before a single ball has been delivered in the new season.
Disappointment. Setback. Call it what you may.
In a significant early setback ahead of the new IPL season, Mitchell Starc is set to miss the opening phase of the tournament.
The left-arm quick, one of the most sought-after bowlers in T20 cricket, will be unavailable for the first half as he manages fitness and workload concerns.
This development comes as a blow, particularly for the Delhi Capitals, who were banking on Starc to lead their pace attack. His ability to strike early with the new ball and deliver under pressure at the death makes him a crucial figure in their plans.
In his absence, Delhi will be forced to reshuffle their bowling combinations and rely on alternative options to fill the void. While squads are built with depth, replacing a bowler of Starc’s quality is never straightforward.
As the tournament gets underway, all eyes will now be on when Starc returns and how quickly he can make an impact. Until then, Delhi Capitals must find a way to navigate the early stages without one of their biggest weapons.
