Starc's All-Round Domination Leads Australia in Ashes Thriller

Mitchell Starc excelled with both bat and ball in the Ashes series, lifting Australia towards a commanding lead over England. Known for his fierce bowling, Starc also shone with the bat, scoring 77 runs and contributing to Australia's impressive innings. England struggled against his performance, facing a 177-run first-innings deficit.

Mitchell Starc has emerged as a formidable force in the ongoing Ashes series, wreaking havoc on England both with the ball and the bat. His all-round performance has put Australia in a dominant position against their traditional rivals.

By stumps on Day 3 of the second test, Starc had not only taken crucial wickets but also scored a significant 77 runs, extending Australia's lead to 177 in the first innings. England, at 134-6 in their second innings, still needs 43 runs just to force Australia to bat again.

Starc's efforts garnered him a potential player of the match nod, following his previous 10-wicket haul in Perth's series opener. As England teeters on the brink, Australia's prospects of taking a 2-0 series lead look increasingly likely under Starc's leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)