Mitchell Starc – The Guy Who Doesn’t Just Bowl Fast, He Scares You

You know when you’re watching a cricket match and the bowler runs in and something about him just makes you sit up? That’s Mitchell Starc. He’s not just quick — he’s aggressive, tall, and that left-arm action just looks so sharp on screen. Every time he runs in, you kind of feel like something big might happen. And more often than not, it actually does.

I still remember the first time I saw Starc bowl properly — it wasn’t even a huge game. I think it was an ODI, years ago. The speed gun flashed 150 km/h and I was like… wait, who is this guy? His ball wasn’t just fast — it swung. Not many bowlers can swing the ball like that at that pace. And when he lands those yorkers — it’s over. You can be the best batsman in the world and still look foolish against him.

Born in New South Wales in 1990, Mitchell Starc didn’t start out as a fast bowler. Believe it or not, he was actually a wicketkeeper when he was young. That’s wild to think about now. Imagine him crouching behind the stumps instead of launching rockets from 22 yards. But somewhere along the way, he figured out he had a gift. He could sling that ball fast and make it move.

Fast forward to 2011 that is when he made his Test debut. Since then he is been a regular face in the Aussie pace attack There were a few injuries here and there okay a lot but he always came back. That is something I respect about him. He is been written off a few times but every time he returns he proves people wrong That takes guts.

Now, the 2015 World Cup? Man he was on another level during that tournament. He was like a cheat code. Every game it felt like he was going to get someone bowled or trapped LBW. And he did. He was the top wicket taker and ended up being named the Player of the Tournament Deserved it fully.

What makes him so dangerous is his mix. He does not just bowl fast he bowls smart. He will go full, then bounce you. He will angle it across then swing one back in late. And those yorkers? I have said it already but I will say it again they are brutal. Just ask Ben Stokes from that World Cup or Brendon McCullum in the final Starc does not mess around.

But off the field? He’s surprisingly low-key. Not one of those loud, flashy cricketers. He’s married to Alyssa Healy — yep, the Aussie women’s team’s wicketkeeper — and the two of them are probably Australia’s coolest cricket couple. They’re both competitive, both serious match-winners, and seem to have this really chill vibe off the pitch.

One thing people don’t talk enough about is how loyal Starc’s been to Test cricket. When so many players are chasing T20 leagues and money — which is fair, by the way — Starc keeps choosing Australia. He could’ve played in the IPL almost every season. But he says no if it messes with his national commitments. That’s rare these days. You’ve got to admire that.

He is not perfect no bowler is. Sometimes he is a bit off sometimes he sprays the ball but when he is on he is really on. And you can not look away. I have seen entire batting line ups collapse because of a sudden Starc burst. Like 3 wickets in an over kind of madness. He just gets into this zone.

Now, in 2025, he’s not the young gun anymore. He’s the experienced leader. But he’s still quick. He’s still got that fire. And young bowlers look up to him — for good reason. There aren’t many like him left. That tall, fast, aggressive left-armer vibe? It’s rare.

For me, Mitchell Starc is more than just numbers and stats. He’s a vibe. He’s a moment-maker. He’s the kind of cricketer who gets your heart racing — even if he’s bowling to your favorite batsman. And in cricket, those are the players we remember the most.

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