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In the IPL 2024, Mitchell Starc expressed gratitude towards his spouse, Alyssa Healy, who doubles as the captain of the Australian women’s cricket team, for her unwavering support during challenging moments throughout the tournament.
Mitchell Starc attributed his resurgence in the Indian Premier League (IPL) to the support of his wife, Alyssa Healy. The Australian left-arm fast bowler, who garnered immense attention after being acquired for a staggering Rs 24.75 crores, faced considerable pressure. Initially, he endured a difficult start, conceding 100 runs without claiming a wicket in his first two matches, with an economy rate of 12.50. Throughout the tournament, he encountered challenges, but with Alyssa’s encouragement, he gradually regained his form, showcasing a remarkable turnaround in the latter part of the league stage.
During this while, Starc’s wife Alyssa Healy was also seen cheering for her husband during the matches. Healy, also the captain of the Australia women’s team, was first spotted in KKR’s match against Hardik Pandya’s MI at the Wankhede Stadium. Since then, Starc hasn’t looked back. Starc said that Healy’s presence boosted his confidence.
Everything’s been better since Alyssa has turned up,” Starc told Star Sports.
Starc’s peak performance in the IPL
In the playoffs and the final showdown, Starc illustrated why he’s regarded among the elite in the cricketing world. During the Qualifier 1 clash against SRH at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad, Starc’s exceptional performance earned him the Player of the Match accolade as the Knight Riders secured victory by 8 wickets. Starc delivered a superb delivery to dismiss Travis Head and concluded with remarkable figures of 3 wickets for 34 runs in his four overs.
Continuing his stellar performance, Starc maintained his momentum in the final match, earning yet another Player of the Match honor. This time, his impressive bowling spell of 2 wickets for 14 runs in 3 overs played a pivotal role as the Knight Riders clinched victory by 8 wickets, securing their third IPL trophy. Across 14 matches, the 34-year-old Starc showcased his prowess with 17 wickets at an economy rate of 10.61, including a notable 4-wicket haul.
