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Australian pacer Mitchell Starc is just one wicket away from equaling the legendary Kapil Dev's career tally. As he sets his sights on surpassing Dale Steyn's remarkable wicket record, Starc emphasises the importance of continuous improvement over personal achievements. This mindset has played a crucial role in his enduring success on the field.
In a remarkable achievement, Mitchell Starc has etched his name in cricket history as the most successful left-arm bowler. He claimed his 434th Test wicket, overtaking Rangana Herath, while equaling Kapil Dev’s tally in fewer matches. Bangladesh's Hasan Mahmud proved a formidable challenge, snatching an impressive six wickets and leading his team to bowl Australia out for 198 runs.
In a remarkable achievement, Mitchell Starc outstripped Kapil Dev's wicket tally during the opening Test against Bangladesh, now boasting 435 Test wickets, positioning him eleventh on the all-time list. Meanwhile, Tanzid Hasan Tamim made history by scoring his first Test century in Australia. As the second day concluded, Bangladesh enjoyed a 150-run advantage, placing Australia in a tough spot to stay competitive in the series.