IPL 2026: Mitchell Starc gets go-ahead from Cricket Australia to feature in marquee tournament
Updated On: 23 April, 2026 03:14 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Earlier, Mitchell Starc missed out on the initial phase of the marquee tournament, which in turn sparked debate over the commitment of overseas players

Mitchell Starc (Pic: File Pic)
Star pacer Mitchell Starc has been cleared by Cricket Australia (CA) to make appear in the ongoing edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL). With this latest development, he is expected to feature for Delhi Capitals (DC) in the clash against Rajasthan Royals (RR) on May 1.
The inclusion comes months after the left-arm quick has been sidelined since January due to elbow and shoulder niggles. He played a key role across all five Ashes Tests, earning the Player of the Series honour, before featuring in five Big Bash League games for Sydney Sixers later that month.
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