Overview

• Starc completed his 100th Test appearance in the third match against the West Indies at Sabina Park, joining only Glenn McGrath as Australian fast bowlers to reach the milestone.
• He preserved his longevity through careful injury management and by skipping IPL seasons to prioritise Test cricket.
• Teammates such as Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood praised his warrior-like commitment, noting his ability to maintain pace deep into matches.
• At 35, Starc has expanded his repertoire with the wobble-seam delivery alongside his trademark inswing, keeping his Test bowling average below 30 since 2016.
• With Australia one victory from a series sweep in Jamaica, Starc sits five wickets shy of 400 Test scalps and can achieve the 100 Tests/400 wickets double in upcoming sessions.