Mon Nov 04 12:27:51 UTC 2024: ## Mitchell Starc Breaks Brett Lee’s Record, Becomes Fastest Aussie to 100 ODI Wickets in Australia
**Melbourne, Australia:** Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc etched his name in the history books on Monday, breaking a long-standing record during the first ODI match against Pakistan at the Melbourne Cricket Ground. Starc surpassed the legendary Brett Lee to become the fastest Australian bowler to reach 100 ODI wickets on home soil.
In a stellar performance, Starc bagged three wickets in his allotted 10 overs, conceding just 33 runs. He dismissed both Pakistani openers, Saim Ayub (1) and Abdullah Shafique (12), before cleaning up Shaheen Shah Afridi to create history.
This milestone made Starc the sixth Australian bowler to reach 100 ODI wickets in Australia, joining an elite group that includes Brett Lee, Glenn McGrath, Shane Warne, Craig McDermott, and Steve Waugh. He achieved this feat in just 54 innings, surpassing Lee’s record of 55 innings.
The left-arm quick has been a consistent force in Australian cricket, taking 102 wickets in 54 ODI innings in Australia, including three five-wicket hauls. His best bowling figures in Australia are 6 for 46.
With this impressive achievement, Starc has cemented his position as one of the most formidable fast bowlers in the world. He continues to be a crucial part of the Australian bowling attack and is expected to be a key player in their upcoming international tournaments.
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