Overview
- Starc claimed 31 wickets across the five-Test Ashes, helping Australia seal a 4-1 victory over England.
- He led the bowling group while senior quicks were sidelined through injury, stepping into the frontline role.
- His series included 10 wickets in Perth and eight under lights in Brisbane, plus key four-wicket hauls in Adelaide and Melbourne.
- The ICC honor came ahead of nominees Justin Greaves of West Indies and Jacob Duffy of New Zealand.
- He is the first Australian to take the monthly award since Pat Cummins in December 2023, calling the recognition an honour tied to the team’s success.