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News India Live, Digital Desk: Australia’s veteran fast bowler Mitchell Starc, who has been afraid of the batsmen with his stormy speed and deadly yorker, has said goodbye to the shortest format of cricket. On Tuesday, September 2, 2025, he announced his retirement from T20 international cricket with immediate effect, causing a stir in the cricket world. This decision came a few months before the T20 World Cup to be held in 2026, which is being considered a major setback for the Australian team.
Why said goodbye to T20?
The 35 -year -old Stark has described the desire to prolong his Test and ODI career behind his decision, he made it clear that Test cricket has always been his top priority. Stark said in a statement, “Looking at India’s Test tour, Ashes and ODI World Cup in 2027, I think it is my best way to freshen up, fit and perform its best for those campaigns.”
Stark also believes that his decision will give Australia’s young fast bowlers full opportunity to get ready for the next T20 World Cup.
How was Stark’s T20i career?
Mitchell Starc made his T20I debut in 2012, he played 65 T20 international matches for Australia, in which he took 79 wickets, he is the second highest wicket -taker in this format for Australia after Adam Zampa (130).
The most memorable moment of his career was the 2021 T20 World Cup, where he played an important role in winning this title to Australia for the first time. Starc recalled the victory, saying, “I have enjoyed every minute of every T20 match played for Australia, especially the 2021 World Cup, not just because we won, but because of that magnificent group and fun in the way.
Although Stark has retired from international T20, he will continue to play in domestic T20 leagues like IPL.
What is Stark’s plan next?
Announcing retirement, Stark has also made it clear to his future goals, his full focus is now on long format, including Test series, prestigious Ashes and ODI World Cup to be held in 2027. By managing his workload, Stark wants to ensure that he stays on his fitness and form for these big tournaments. This decision is also a part of the growing trend of senior players of Australia moving away from white-ball cricket.
Mitchell Starc’s departure is definitely a major disadvantage for the Australian team, but it is part of a well-planned strategy of lengthening his magnificent career.
