In 2025, Mitchell Starc (Australian fast bowler) had a phenomenal year, finishing with 55 Test wickets at an impressive average of 17 and a strike rate of 28. At 35 years old, he not only became the most successful left-arm seamer in Test history by surpassing Wasim Akram's 414 wickets, but also celebrated his 100th Test match, joining Glenn McGrath as only the second Australian to achieve this milestone. Starc's standout performances included a record-setting five-wicket haul in just 15 deliveries during a pink-ball match against the West Indies, where he also recorded a career-best of six for nine. His success is attributed to his raw pace, left-arm swing, and the ability to adapt his bowling style, thanks in part to insights from teammates Pat Cummins and Josh Hazlewood. As he prepares for upcoming tours in 2027, Starc's commitment and performance suggest he will continue to excel in the sport.