Jasprit Bumrah vs Mitchell Starc - Who Is A Better Bowler In ODIs?

Mitchell Starc and Jasprit Bumrah [X]

Jasprit Bumrah and Mitchell Starc are two of the biggest names as far as bowling is concerned in modern cricket. Both these bowlers have over the years shown that they are match-winners with the cherry in hand and can change the complexion of  any game with their skills and strategic acumen. 

As far as formats are concerned, both these bowlers have time and again have proven their dexterity in ODI, T20Is and Tests. In this article, we will take a look at the efficiency of these two bowlers in the ODI format. 

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Bumrah vs Starc - ODI Career

The numbers state the fact that the efficiency of Mitchell Starc has so far been more than that of Jasprit Bumrah. Although, Starc has played more games than the Indian speedster, at the current point of time we can put the him ahead. 

Let us now look at the performance of the two players in different stages of the game. 

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Bumrah vs Starc - In Powerplays

As far as powerplay bowling is concerned, Jasprirt Bumrah has a better economy than Mitchell Starc. However, a look at the bowling average and strike rate shows that the Aussie is ahead of Bumrah. Thus we can say that in this case Starc is ahead of Bumrah. 

Bumrah vs Starc - In Middle Overs

When compared the bowling of the two player in middle overs, we once again find that Bumrah is ahead in economy. But in the other two important aspects, Mitchell Starc takes the lead and hence once again the Aussie superstar takes the lead. 

Bumrah vs Starc - In Death Overs

Jasprit Bumrah is known for his exploits in the death overs. In this case, we can see that Bumrah is way ahead of the Aussie bowler in all the metrics. 

So, in case of the study that is done here, Starc has taken the lead in three cases, while Bumrah is ahead in one. Therefore, as far as the metrics concerned in these studies point to the fact that Mitchell Starc is a better ODI bowler than Jasprit Bumrah. 

However, Bumrah's stature is rising every day and he is gradually evolving as an all-round bowler. Although, Mitchell Starc is a master of the art, Bumrah if continues on his path, could very well emerge as one of the greatest in this format.

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