Archive · 18 Jul 2025
Ponting Recalls Starc's Early Brilliance Against Tendulkar
Mitchell Starc, a top cricket bowler, did an amazing job in his 100th game.
Ricky Ponting, a famous player, remembered a time when Starc bowled really fast to Sachin Tendulkar, another great.
Ponting said that when Tendulkar struggled with Starc's bowling, he knew Starc was special.
In this game, Starc took six wickets and also reached 400 wickets in total.
Ponting said that Starc has gotten better at bowling and is smarter about his game.
Starc also does little things, like remembering what to focus on when he bowls, which help him stay on top of his game.
Mitchell Starc's 6/9 spell in his 100th Test against the West Indies prompted Ricky Ponting's reflection.
Ponting recalled Starc's 2012 spell targeting Sachin Tendulkar as a sign of his potential.
In 2012, Starc's pace and bounce troubled Tendulkar, according to Ponting's account.
During the recent test, Starc also achieved 400 Test wickets.
Ponting noted Starc's improved skills and mental approach over his career.
- Who
- Ricky Ponting and Mitchell Starc
- What
- Ricky Ponting reflected on Mitchell Starc's performance, recalling a 2012 spell against Sachin Tendulkar.
- When
- Recent news reported on July 18, 2025.
- Where
- During a Test match in the West Indies, also the WACA Test in Perth in 2012.
- Why
- To highlight Starc's talent and development as a bowler.
Ricky Ponting's perspective
No opposing perspective
Starc's Talent
Ricky Ponting's perspective
Ponting believed Starc's 2012 performance against Tendulkar signaled his exceptional talent.
No opposing perspective
No opposing side
- Player
- Mitchell Starc
- Test Match
- 100th Test against the West Indies
- Wicket Count (Recent Match)
- 6/9
- Wickets (Career)
- 400
- Opponent Mentioned
- Sachin Tendulkar
- Commentator
- Ricky Ponting