Mitchell Starc in a file photo; Credit:Instagram@mstarc56

Mitchell Starc contract 2024: Know everything about his contract length and salary

April 3, 2024April 7, 2024 Dhruv Patel

Mitchell Starc started off wanting to be a wicketkeeper. But he found his real talent was fast bowling. He stands 6 feet 5 inches tall. His size makes batsmen scared when he bowls. He was a key player for Australia in the 2015 Cricket World Cup win, claiming 22 wickets. He won Player of the Tournament. Starc got 6 wickets against New Zealand. He’s the first Aussie fast bowler with multiple 6-wicket hauls in ODIs. He had big dreams of being a wicketkeeper when young. However, his destiny had different plans. Standing towering at 6’5 feet, Starc’s imposing figure on field terrifies opposing batsmen worldwide.

From shining on the global stage to dominating in domestic competitions and the Indian Premier League (IPL), starc has gained recognition as one of the premier fast bowlers in modern cricket.

Name	Mitchell Starc
DOB	30 January 1990
Position	Left-arm fast bowler
Domestic teams	New South Wales (2008/09 -present) Sydney Sixers (2011/12- 2014/15) Royal Challengers Bangalore (2014-15) Yorkshire (2012) Kolkata Knight Riders (2024)
International matches	Test Matches: 89 One Day Internationals (ODIs): 121 T20 Internationals: 60
Century	Test (0/10)/ ODI (0/1)/ T20 (0/0)
Wickets	Test Wickets: 358 ODI Wickets: 236 T20I Wickets: 74
Net worth	$25 million USD (INR 200 crores)
Salary	$3 million USD (INR 25 crore approx)

Early Life

Mitchell Starc was born January 30, 1990 in Baulkham Hills, New South Wales, Australia. He loved cricket from a young age. Growing up there, surrounded by cricket, sparked his passion. His cricket journey wove into his early life beautifully. He polished skills on local fields from a tender age of 9. His raw talent and determination drove him forward. A big turning point came when he played competitive domestic cricket for New South Wales. He represented his home state’s team. Honing abilities on those grounds, his cricket prowess grew. This marked a momentous milestone in Starc’s path to stardom.

His formative years were crucial, learning to work hard with discipline and resilience then. The young lad from Baulkham Hills didn’t know his passion would make him a star. But it bloomed into a stellar career. Starc eventually became one of modern cricket’s most formidable fast bowlers.

Playing Style

Mitchell Starc exemplifies the classic fast bowler. He blends left-arm bowling action with swinging the ball quickly. Starc grew from a promising talent to a key player in Australian cricket, reflecting his hard work. As a bowler, he improved speed, line, length, and precise yorkers that hit batters’ toes. His batting also got significantly better. As Australia’s lead bowler, Starc excels on any surface, sending thunderbolts. Though early injuries interrupted his start, Starc persisted, reaching new heights with 664 international wickets across formats.

His curving, swinging deliveries clocks over 140+ km/h with his fastest ever bowl is registered at 160.4 km/h. It’s a simple but extreme art. The fast bowler does it well. With torque and precision, Starc switches angles with his reverse swings. His unusually quick arm accelerates towards the crease. He remains a formidable force on the cricket field, contributing significantly to Australia’s success in four ICC Trophy wins. Yet his furious pace, accuracy and aggression somehow blend. Starc is fearless and determined player o the field.

What are Mitchell Starc’s contract details?

As per the 2024 reports, Cricket Australia (CA), formerly known as the Australian Cricket Board (ACB) has announced list of men’s cricket player. It includes the Australian left-arm pacer Mitchell Starc as well. Starc has signed a contract from the IPL franchise Kolkata Knight Riders. Starc had his first contract, called a rookie deal, with New South Wales.

What is Mitchell Starc’s contract duration?

The Cricket Australia’s (CA) Contract for men’s cricket players are valid for one year – from 2024-25. The agreement with New South Wales began in the 2008/09 season and remains active till date. Starc was signed for an year at the 2024 IPL Auction by Kolkata Knight Riders. However, these contracts may be renewed or prolonged as the CA deems fit.

How much Mitchell Starc is getting paid?

As per the recent announcements of central contracts by the Cricket Australia for national men players, the average pay for a player will be around $951,000. Also, Starc will receive a match fee of $20,000 for every Test match $20,000, $10,000 for ODI and $15,000 for each T20I match he plays. Starc has been signed by KKR for an amount of INR 24.75 crore (USD 4.43 million), the costliest ever player in history of IPL