Mitchell Starc IPL Stats , Price, Age, Wickets, Debut, Team, Salary

Mitchell Starc, the fearsome Australian fast bowler, has joined the Delhi Capitals (DC) for the IPL 2025 season. At 35 years old, the left-arm pacer was bought by the DC franchise for a hefty sum of ₹11.75 Crore at the IPL auction. Known for his express pace and lethal swing, Starc has taken a total of 65 wickets in his IPL career, with a notable best bowling figure of 5/35.

Mitchell Starc Wickets in IPL 2025

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Mitchell Aaron Starc Quick Overview

Personal DetailsInformation
Full NameMitchell Aaron Starc
Date of BirthJanuary 30, 1990
Age35 (as of 2025)
BirthplaceBaulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia
NationalityAustralian

Mitchell Aaron Starc IPL info

Professional DetailsInformation
IPL TeamDelhi Capitals (DC)
RoleBowler
Batting StyleLeft-handed
Bowling StyleLeft-arm fast
IPL Debut2014
Auction Price (2025)₹11.75 Crore
Total Matches52
Best Bowling Figures5/35

Mitchell Starc IPL Stats Section

The Australian speedster has a career filled with impactful bowling spells, with his best season coming in 2015 when he took 20 wickets. In the 2025 IPL season, he claimed 14 wickets for his new team, DC.

Mitchell Starc Bowling Statistics

SeasonMatchesOversRunsWicketsAverageEconomyBest Figures4W/5W
20141453.44021428.717.492/210/0
20151343.02912014.556.764/151/0
20241441.54441726.1210.614/331/0
20251136.03661426.1410.175/350/1
All-Time52174.315036523.128.615/352/1

Mitchell Starc Batting Statistics

As a lower-order batsman, Starc’s main role is to score quick runs at the end of an innings.

SeasonMatchesRunsHighest ScoreAverageStrike Rate100s50s4s6s
201414852914.16101.190090
201513119*11.0078.570010
20241496*4.5081.820010
202511623.0060.000000
All-Time521112910.0993.2800110

Mitchell Starc Fielding Statistics

SeasonMatchesCatchesStumpings
20141490
20151370
20241460
20251170
All-Time52290

Mitchell Starc Biography & IPL Journey

Early Life & Domestic Career

Born and raised in Sydney, Mitchell Starc began his cricketing journey at a young age. He made his First-Class debut for his home team, New South Wales, in 2009. Mitchell Starc natural talent for fast bowling, combined with his height and ability to swing the ball, quickly made him a standout player in the domestic circuit.

Mitchell Starc IPL Debut & Team History

Starc’s IPL debut came in 2014 with the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), who bought him for ₹5 Crore. After a successful two-season stint with RCB, he took a break from the league due to injuries and national commitments.

He made a huge return in the IPL 2024 auction, where the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) made him the most expensive player in history, buying him for a record ₹24.75 Crore.

After a title-winning season with KKR, he was released and picked up by the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 2025 auction for ₹11.75 Crore.

Playing Style & Key Records

Mitchell Starc is celebrated for his express pace and lethal in-swinging yorkers, especially with the new ball. He is also a master of reverse swing with the old ball, making him a threat throughout the innings. His ability to deliver game-changing spells has made him a match-winner for Australia and his IPL teams.

  • Best IPL Figures: He recorded his best IPL bowling figures of 5/35 against Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2025 season, a performance that earned him a Player of the Match award.
  • Most Expensive Player: In the 2024 auction, he became the most expensive player in IPL history at the time, a testament to his high value.
  • World Champion Bowler: He has been the leading wicket-taker in multiple ICC ODI World Cups (2015 and 2019), proving his dominance on the global stage.

IPL Auction Price History

YearPriceTeam
2014₹5 CroreRoyal Challengers Bangalore (RCB)
2018₹9.4 CroreKolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
2024₹24.75 CroreKolkata Knight Riders (KKR)
2025₹11.75 CroreDelhi Capitals (DC)

FAQs Section

What is Mitchell Starc’s IPL 2025 team?

Mitchell Starc plays for the Delhi Capitals (DC) in the 2025 IPL season.

How old is Mitchell Starc in 2025?

As of 2025, Mitchell Starc is 35 years old.

What was Mitchell Starc’s price in the IPL 2025 auction?

The Delhi Capitals bought Mitchell Starc for ₹11.75 Crore in the 2025 auction.

How many wickets has Mitchell Starc taken in the IPL?

Mitchell Starc has taken a total of 65 wickets in his IPL career.

What is Mitchell Starc’s best bowling figure in the IPL?

His best performance is a 5/35 against the Sunrisers Hyderabad in the 2025 season.

Has Mitchell Starc ever won the IPL?

Yes, he was part of the Kolkata Knight Riders squad that won the IPL in 2024.

Why did Mitchell Starc not play in the IPL for several years?

He took a break from the IPL to focus on national duties and manage injuries.

Who is Mitchell Starc’s wife?

Mitchell Starc is married to Australian women’s cricketer Alyssa Healy.

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