Mitchell Starc's excellent performance, where he took three crucial wickets, helped Australia bowl out Pakistan for a meager 203 runs. This feat helped Starc become the fifth Australian bowler to take 100 wickets at home. He also surpassed Steve Waugh's record and is now second only to legendary pacer Brett Lee in terms of most wickets at home in ODIs for Australia. However, Pakistan's Haris Rauf's 3-wicket haul made the game interesting before Australia's lower order took them to a 7-wicket win in the first ODI.
Mitchell Starc's Stellar Performance Surpasses Steve Waugh's Record
In a thrilling ODI clash between Australia and Pakistan, Mitchell Starc showcased his exceptional bowling prowess, claiming three crucial wickets that helped bowl out Pakistan for a meager 203 runs. With this performance, Starc became the fifth Australian bowler to reach the milestone of 100 wickets on home soil.
Starc's achievement is significant as he surpassed the record set by legendary Australian cricketer Steve Waugh. Waugh held 92 wickets at home in ODIs, but Starc's recent feat propels him into second place, trailing only Brett Lee's impressive tally of 115 wickets.
Haris Rauf's Resurgence
While Starc's performance stole the limelight, Pakistan's Haris Rauf also made a notable contribution in the match. Rauf claimed three wickets, including that of Australian skipper Aaron Finch, and kept the opposition batters on edge throughout the innings.
Australia's Triumph
Despite Rauf's efforts, Australia's lower order demonstrated resilience and guided the team to a comfortable 7-wicket victory. The victory gives Australia an early lead in the three-match ODI series against Pakistan.
Top 5 FAQs on Mitchell Starc and Steve Waugh
1. How many ODI wickets does Mitchell Starc have? Starc has claimed over 200 ODI wickets, including 100 on home soil.
2. Which pacer has taken the most ODI wickets for Australia at home? Brett Lee holds the record for most wickets (115) at home in ODIs for Australia.
3. How many wickets did Steve Waugh take in ODIs? Waugh took 92 wickets in ODI cricket, with 92 of those coming at home.
4. What is Mitchell Starc's best bowling performance in ODIs? Starc's best bowling figures in ODIs are 6/28, which he achieved against New Zealand in 2015.
5. When did Steve Waugh play for Australia? Steve Waugh represented Australia in international cricket from 1985 to 2004.
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