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Starc Returns! Delhi Capitals Ace Back in IPL Action
1 May
Summary
- Mitchell Starc returns to IPL 2026 after shoulder and elbow injuries.
- Starc last played in January following a strong Ashes performance.
- Delhi Capitals and Rajasthan Royals made several team changes.
Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has returned to IPL 2026 action for the Delhi Capitals (DC) on Friday, May 1, after recovering from shoulder and elbow injuries. He was part of the DC Playing XI for their match against the Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Sawai Mansingh Stadium in Jaipur.
Starc had been out of play since January, notably after a stellar performance in the Ashes where he was named Player of the Series. His last game was for the Sydney Sixers in the Big Bash League, where he sustained his injuries while attempting a catch. Persistent soreness delayed his IPL debut this season.
Delhi Capitals captain Axar Patel confirmed Starc's inclusion, alongside other team changes including Pathum Nissanka replacing the injured Sahil Parikh and Ashutosh Sharma coming in for David Miller. Rajasthan Royals also saw Ravi Bishnoi return to their lineup.
Both teams adjusted their lineups for the contest. The Delhi Capitals Playing XI featured KL Rahul and Mitchell Starc, while the Rajasthan Royals included Riyan Parag and Ravi Bishnoi. The match was set to be a key encounter with these roster adjustments.
