Results for: Mitchell Starc

Kolkata Knight Riders’ Mitchell Starc has been expensive this IPL season, conceding the most boundaries (44) and having a poor return of six wickets for 287 runs in seven games. Despite KKR’s strong start to the season with five wins in seven matches, Starc’s economy rate between the 16-20 overs is 13.7, the fourth worst among those who have bowled a minimum of five overs at the death this term. The team may consider resting Starc for their next two home games to allow him to regain his form and better contribute to the pace bowling group.

Despite a difficult outing against RCB, KKR pacer Harshit Rana expressed confidence in experienced speedster Mitchell Starc. He emphasized Starc’s ability to win games and shared that the team has full faith in him. The turning point in the match was Andre Russell’s crucial wickets, according to Rana, who also praised the team’s exceptional bowling in the last five overs.

Knight Riders CEO Venky Mysore has defended their star pacer Mitchell Starc, emphasizing his value to the team despite his poor start to the 2024 season. Mysore stated that Starc’s presence itself brings a new dynamic, and that they were specifically looking for his skills. Starc has faced criticism after conceding 287 runs in 7 matches so far at an economy rate of close to 12 runs per over.