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Mitchell Starc Surpasses Dale Steyn with Historic 6-Wicket Spell: The second match of the ongoing Test series between Australia and Bangladesh began today, August 22, at the 'Great Barrier Reef Arena' in Mackay. The Australian bowlers dominated right from the opening day. After losing the toss and coming out to bat first, the Bangladeshi team crumbled like a house of cards against the Australian bowling attack.
Bangladesh Collapse: Team Bundled Out for Just 64 Runs
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Bangladesh got off to a disastrous start, and the Australian bowlers gave the visiting team no chance to recover. Such was the procession of wickets that the entire Bangladeshi team was bowled out for a mere 64 runs in 34 overs. Not a single Bangladeshi batsman showed the resolve to stay at the crease.
Mitchell Starc's Deadly Bowling Spell: 6 Wickets for 12 Runs
Australia's experienced fast bowler Mitchell Starc played a pivotal role in bundling Bangladesh out for such a low score. With his lethal bowling, Starc broke the back of the Bangladeshi batting lineup.
Starc's spell: 10 overs, 12 runs, 6 wickets.
Also Read: Australia vs Bangladesh 2nd TEST Live Scorecard, AUS vs BAN Match
Mitchell Starc Surpasses Dale Steyn: Becomes 10th Highest Wicket-Taker in Test History
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Mitchell Starc made history in Test cricket the moment he claimed his third wicket in this match. He surpassed South African legend Dale Steyn in the list of highest wicket-takers in Test history.
- Dale Steyn: 93 Test matches | 439 wickets | Average: 22.95
- Mitchell Starc: 107 Test matches | 441* wickets
With this magnificent achievement, Starc has now moved into 10th place on the list of highest wicket-takers in the history of world Test cricket.
Australia's Most Successful Test Bowlers: Starc Ranks 3rd
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Starc has not only earned recognition on the international stage but has also etched his name in golden letters in Australian cricket history. He has become the third-highest wicket-taker for Australia in Test cricket:
- Shane Warne: 708 wickets
- Nathan Lyon: 568 wickets
- Mitchell Starc: 441* wickets
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