Mitchell Starc, a fast bowler for Australia, is expected to join with the Delhi Capitals next week after recovering from an injury to his shoulder and elbow.
Mitchell Starc Likely to Return for Delhi Capitals After Injury Recovery in IPL 2026
According to Starc, he had a better understanding of what he was dealing with following the conclusion of the domestic season. He has to join the IPL later than originally expected.
Starc will not be in the Delhi Capitals squad until after April 20, meaning he will miss their game against the Royal Challengers Bangalore on April 18. However, team management is optimistic that he will be fit to play shortly thereafter, likely making his first game in IPL 2026 for Delhi Capitals against the Sunrisers Hyderabad on April 21.
The current Delhi Capitals side has been performing well even without Starc. The bowlers who have been leading the attack, Axar Patel, are doing a great job of helping to maintain the team’s level of play. The performance of Lungi Ngidi and Mukesh Kumar has also further increased the quality of the team.
Starc’s return will give the Delhi Capitals yet another major boost to their pace-bowling , and it will also enhance the swing-bowling of their pace bowlers. Both aspects would help to enhance the team’s overall performance in their upcoming matches to keep their playoff chances alive.