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'He Is An X-Factor For Us..', Mitchell Starc Names 'This' Aussie Superstar As Most Important

image-ln13b8s6Mitchell Starc and Glenn Maxwell (Source: X/CA)

The Australian cricket team, no doubt how weak they look, the World Cups always turn them into favourites, as has been the case this time. The Pat Cummins-led team will aim to lift their sixth title when they enter the field in India with the likes of David Warner, Steve Smith, Marcus Stoinis and many others.

Pacer Mitchell Starc, while talking in an interview, mentioned his side's strong points, especially who is most important to them. The left-arm pacer, currently dealing with an injury, referred to all-rounder Glenn Maxwell as the X-factor for his team going into the World Cup.

Starc's point was that Maxwell has played in the Indian Premier League (IPL) over the years, alongside playing in two ODI World Cups in the past.

"He has got a wealth of experience over here through IPL, through multiple tours. He is certainly an X-factor, no matter which team he plays in. This is his third one-day World Cup. He is an X-factor for us and certainly who can take the game on," Starc said.

The 33-year-old further said that the conditions suit him pretty well, considering his ability to bowl spin will come in handy as the pitch will turn, adding another weapon to his armoury.

"His ability with the ball, particularly in these conditions, adds another option in the bowling department as well. He seems in good spirits and going really well, [but] his return, I am not sure what that looks like for this week, but certainly on track for the World Cup," he added.

Before Australia start their World Cup campaign, they will face India in the third and final ODI of the series in Rajkot, with the hosts leading by 2-0.