Muhammad Amanullah | August 13, 2026
The True Post (Web News) — Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc has reached another major milestone in Test cricket, becoming the most successful left-arm bowler in Test history by wickets.
During the first Test of the series against Bangladesh in Darwin, Starc dismissed Shadman Islam to move past former Sri Lankan spinner Rangana Herath.
Mitchell Starc Reaches 434 Test Wickets
With the dismissal of Shadman Islam, Mitchell Starc’s Test wicket tally reached 434 wickets, making him the highest wicket-taker among left-arm bowlers in Test cricket history.
Former Sri Lankan great Rangana Herath finished his Test career with 433 wickets. Starc surpassed that mark to claim the record.
Starc has been a key part of Australia’s Test bowling attack for many years, troubling some of the world’s leading batters with his pace, swing and ability to generate movement from the surface.
Wasim Akram Ranks Third
Pakistan’s legendary fast bowler Wasim Akram is third on the list of left-arm bowlers with the most Test wickets, having taken 414 wickets during his illustrious career.
Akram held the record for the most Test wickets by a left-arm bowler for a long period before Herath eventually moved ahead of him.
Starc’s latest achievement places him ahead of two legendary left-arm bowlers, Herath and Akram, further cementing his place among the greatest left-arm bowlers in Test history.
Shadman Islam’s Wicket Becomes Memorable
The dismissal of Shadman Islam became particularly significant for Starc because it was the wicket that took him past Herath and made him the most successful left-arm bowler in Test history.
The milestone came during the Darwin Test, where Australia’s bowlers have maintained sustained pressure on Bangladesh’s batting lineup.
Starc’s record-breaking wicket is now one of the most significant statistical moments of his Test career.
