Mitchell Starc’s World Cup Record: In the 2023 ICC Cricket World Cup, Mitchell Starc has achieved a remarkable record in a match against Afghanistan. He has now become the bowler with the highest number of batsmen bowled out in the history of the World Cup. In this achievement, Starc has left former Pakistani legend Wasim Akram behind.
Starc has, so far, dismissed 26 batsmen in the World Cup, displaying his ability to dismantle batting lineups with precision. On the other hand, the renowned Pakistani bowler Wasim Akram had bowled out 25 batsmen during his World Cup career. Starc claimed this record by sending Afghanistan’s captain, Hashmatullah Shahidi, back to the pavilion in the 38th over of the match. It’s worth noting that Starc managed to take only one wicket in this match, with an economy rate of 7.80 in his 9 overs.
When it comes to the list of bowlers with the most bowled dismissals in the World Cup, Sri Lanka’s former star, Lasith Malinga, stands at third place with 18 bowled dismissals. He is followed by the legendary Sri Lankan spinner, Muttiah Muralitharan, with 17 bowled dismissals in fourth place, and the former Australian great, Glenn McGrath, with 15 bowled dismissals at the fifth spot.
Top Bowlers with the Most Bowled Dismissals in World Cups:
- Mitchell Starc – 26 bowled dismissals
- Wasim Akram – 25 bowled dismissals
- Lasith Malinga – 18 bowled dismissals
- Muttiah Muralitharan – 17 bowled dismissals
- Glenn McGrath – 15 bowled dismissals
Afghanistan Creates History: Meanwhile, in the match played at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, Afghanistan achieved a historic milestone in the World Cup. They posted the highest total on the scoreboard against Australia.
Batting first, Afghanistan managed to score 291 runs for the loss of 5 wickets in 50 overs. Opener Ibrahim Zadran played a phenomenal innings, remaining unbeaten with 129 runs from 143 deliveries, including 8 boundaries and 3 sixes. This remarkable achievement marks a significant moment in World Cup history.
There you have it! Mitchell Starc’s record-breaking performance and Afghanistan’s historic feat in the World Cup. Cricket fans around the world have witnessed some incredible moments in this tournament.
