'That's why he's a legend': Starc dominant on IPL return
Mitchell Starc claimed 3-40 in his first IPL match of the season, helping Delhi Capitals secure a seven-wicket win over Rajasthan Royals and end a losing streak. His return from injury bolstered Delhi's playoff hopes after a strong batting performance by Pathum Nissanka and KL Rahul. Meanwhile, Marnus Labuschagne led Hyderabad Kingsmen to the PSL final with a 2-run victory over Islamabad United, thanks to Hunain Shah's crucial final over.
- ▪Mitchell Starc took 3-40 in his IPL return after recovering from elbow and shoulder injuries.
- ▪Delhi Capitals chased down 226 with seven wickets and five balls to spare, powered by a century partnership between Nissanka and Rahul.
- ▪Marnus Labuschagne scored 39 and captained Hyderabad Kingsmen to a 2-run win in the PSL, with Hunain Shah conceding just three runs in the final over.
- ▪Hyderabad will face Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL final on Sunday.
- ▪Starc's performance lifted Delhi Capitals' playoff hopes, leaving them four points behind Rajasthan Royals for the final qualifying spot.
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Starc takes 3 wickets on IPL return to halt Delhi Capitals' losing run, Labuschagne leads Hyderabad to PSL finalTopic:Cricket32m ago32 minutes agoFri 1 May 2026 at 9:03pmMitchell Starc took three wickets on his return to action in the IPL. (AP Photo)In short:Mitchell Starc took 3-40 in his first IPL start of the season to give Delhi Capitals a seven-wicket victory over Rajasthan Royals.Marnus Labuschagne scored 39 as Hyderabad United held on to beat Islamabad United in a PSL thriller.What's next?Hyderabad will play Peshawar Zalmi in the PSL final on Sunday.abc.net.au/news/mitchell-starc-in-ipl-return-marnus-labuschagne-in-psl-final/106634130Link copiedShareShare articleMitchell Starc is back, and it's like the new ball destroyer has never been away.Not that it started well in Jaipur; the…
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