Mitchell Starc says the thrill of the competition still drives him as the veteran Australian fast bowler extends his international career and remains open to taking part in the 2027 ODI World Cup.
The 36-year-old left-arm pacer, Australia’s third-highest wicket-taker across formats with 759 scalps behind Shane Warne and Glenn McGrath, retired from T20 internationals last September in a bid to extend his career in Tests and one-day cricket.
The next ODI World Cup is scheduled to be held in South Africa, Zimbabwe and Namibia October–November 2027.
“I’m still very competitive and that’s what keeps me going,” Starc, who has already won the trophy twice, told Reuters. “Playing for Australia alongside some of my closest mates is special. I enjoy the hard work and I still enjoy competing so cricket continues to be fun.”
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Despite the lingering discomfort in my elbows and shoulders, Starc said his body coped well with the rigors international cricket.
“There’s always something to deal with,” he said. “My elbow and shoulder are still being looked after, but now that I’m out of T20 internationals, there’s probably a bit less tension. “After 16 years I’m still going strong and hopefully I’ve got a few more years left in me.”
Starc, who made his debut for Australia in 2010, currently represents Delhi Capitals in the Indian Premier League, where the franchise is eighth in the 10-team table. He was recently named player of the series in Australia’s 4-1 Ashes triumph over England.
“2027 is still a long way off, but I hope to get there,” Starc said. “The World Cup is always the main goal for any cricketer. I don’t put timelines on things, I’ll just assess how the body feels and where my cricket is at.’
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Published on:
10 May 2026 18:34 IST
