Mitchell Starc was at his absolute best as he led Australia’s charge against India in the first innings of the second Test at Adelaide Oval on Friday, claiming his 15th five-wicket haul.

The Australian pacer, who was already in fine form, dismantled the Indian batting order with precision, making crucial breakthroughs throughout the day. After taking three wickets in the first session, Starc added two more in the second to complete his fifer, which also marked his first-ever five-wicket haul against India.