Australian pace spearhead Mitchell Starc has achieved a landmark milestone in Test cricket by surpassing legendary Indian all-rounder Kapil Dev on the list of highest Test wicket-takers. Starc accomplished this feat on Day 2 of the ongoing first Test match between Australia and Bangladesh, securing his 435th Test wicket when he dismissed Bangladeshi batsman Litton Das for a duck. This wicket marked Starc's second dismissal of the match and elevated his status among the elite fast bowlers in international cricket history.
Milestone Achieved on Day Two Against Bangladesh
The second day of the inaugural Test match against Bangladesh turned out to be a historic occasion for the Australian bowling attack. Starc displayed remarkable accuracy and movement, picking up his second wicket of the innings by dismissing Litton Das before he could open his scoring account. With the departure of Litton Das, Starc reached the tally of 435 wickets in Test cricket. In doing so, he officially passed Kapil Dev, who retired from international cricket with 434 Test wickets to his name after an illustrious career spanning over a decade.
Eyeing Top 10 Spot as Dale Steyn Remains Next Target
Having surpassed Kapil Dev, Mitchell Starc is now focused on breaking into the Top 10 list of all-time leading Test wicket-takers. Currently positioned 11th overall with 435 Test scalps, Starc sits just behind former South African fast bowling legend Dale Steyn. Steyn occupies the 10th spot on the all-time standings with 439 Test wickets. Starc requires just 5 more wickets to overtake Steyn and secure a prestigious place among the top 10 most successful bowlers in the history of Test cricket.
