Mitchell Starc Poised To Join Shane Warne, McGrath And Lee In The Elite 700-Wicket Club

Mitchell Starc in Tests (Source: AP Photos)

The Melbourne Test is just one sleep away and the cricket world is all set to witness another intense clash. The Aussies are gearing up to extend their dominance. Adding to the excitement, Mitchell Starc is on the brink of achieving two incredible milestones in his incredible career.

Starc in the longest format is always a threat to the opponent batters. Even in the ongoing series, the Indian batters struggled to face the fiery deliveries from the bowler. As the Melbourne Test looms soon, Starc is just five wickets away to complete his 700 international wickets.

700 International Wickets On The Way

With the series locked in 1-1, the big stage is all set to see another thrilling clash at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. In the previous matches, Starc thrived on home conditions, leaving opponents scrambling against his unplayable deliveries. Known for his red ball dominance, the Aussie great is on the verge of achieving a monumental milestone.

As the fourth Test match is set to go live soon, Mitchell Starc is on his way to making history. With 695 wickets in 284 international games, the Aussie legend is just five scalps away from joining the 700 international wickets club. With this milestone, he will stand along with greats like Shane Warne, Glenn McGrath, and Bret Lee.

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Remarkable Achievement Against India Is Loading

The longest format always brings the best out of the pacer. Starc has claimed an impressive 372 scalps with 15 five-wicket hauls solidifying his place as Australia’s fourth-highest wicket-taker in Tests. As he is standing close to joining the 700-wicket club, another incredible record against India is on the way for him.

Starc is on the cusp of another milestone against India. Starc played 45 Tests against the Indian side and secured 99 scalps and is just one wicket away from joining the 100-wicket club against India along with Nathan Lyon and Brett Lee. With three stunning five-wicket hauls under his bet, fans are waiting for some Mitchell Starc show in the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground.

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