The Australian left-handed seamer was the highest money earner in IPL history during the 2024 auction, as Kolkata Knight Riders broke the bank to secure a star leader for their attack. It was a decision that paid off, as KKR went on to win the trophy that year. Having previously earned ₹24.75 crore, he is now all set to charm once again. This time, however, he is set to join Delhi Capitals, who came out on top after a heavy bidding war with Gujarat Titans and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. Starc fetched a price of ₹11.75 crore.
Mitchell Starc IPL stats
| Year | Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | BBM | Average | Economy Rate | SR | 4W | 5W |
| Career | 41 | 831 | 1137 | 51 | 4/15 | 22.29 | 8.21 | 16.29 | 2 | 0 |
| 2024 | 14 | 251 | 444 | 17 | 4/33 | 26.12 | 10.61 | 14.76 | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 | 13 | 258 | 291 | 20 | 4/15 | 14.55 | 6.76 | 12.9 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 14 | 322 | 402 | 14 | 2/21 | 28.71 | 7.49 | 23 | 0 | 0 |
Mitchell Starc in IPL 2024
In the 2024 IPL season, playing for KKR, Mitchell Starc rose to the occasion, especially during the final moments of the tournament. In knockout games, his quality with the ball stood out, earlier, there were doubts that he might be a weak link. Starc silenced critics with consistent performances, playing 14 matches and delivering 251 balls. He picked up an impressive 17 wickets, including a best bowling figure of 4/33. While his ability to take crucial wickets was evident,but his economy rate of 10.61 was slightly on the expensive side at times.
| Year | Matches | Balls | Runs | Wickets | BBM | Average | Economy Rate | Strike Rate | 4W | 5W |
| 2024 | 14 | 251 | 444 | 17 | 4/33 | 26.12 | 10.61 | 14.76 | 1 | 0 |
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