Alyssa Healy, the captain of the Australia women’s cricket team and Mitchell Starc’s wife, asserts that Starc’s remarkable achievement at the IPL Auction 2024 underscores the recognition of his allegiance to the national team.
The Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) clinched Starc for a record-breaking Rs. 24.75 crore, marking his sensational return to the IPL after an eight-year hiatus and establishing him as the highest-paid player in IPL history.
The intense bidding for Starc involved multiple teams, with KKR and Gujarat Titans reaching a final showdown. Despite the fervent efforts of both teams, Gujarat Titans eventually withdrew, paving the way for KKR’s historic acquisition.
Starc’s bid surpassed the previous record held by Pat Cummins, who was acquired by Sunrisers Hyderabad for Rs. 20 crore in the same auction after an intense battle with Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB).
During her visit to India for the one-off Test against the Indian women’s team, Healy shared her enthusiasm for Starc’s achievement, emphasizing the significance of his dedication and the culmination of years of hard work.
“This is a huge deal for Mitch! All his hard work has paid off in this amazing moment. He’s made some tough choices over the past eight years, putting his country before himself, and this is a great win for him,” Healy said, who is set to play against India in the one-off Test match starting 21st December.
