In AUS vs IND Adelaide Test, Indian fans heckle ex-KKR pacer Mitchell Starc
During the ongoing Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Indian fans made their presence felt in the stands, playfully taunting Australian bowler Mitchell Starc about his Indian Premier League (IPL) exploits. In a viral video, a group of Indian supporters was seen teasing Starc while he was drinking water near the boundary. They chanted “IPL, IPL, IPL… Starcy loves IPL,” followed by cheers for “KKR, KKR,” referencing Starc’s hefty contract worth ₹24.75 crore with the Kolkata Knight Riders for IPL 2024.
Watch the video here.
Starc has been in exceptional form during the Test series, and he continued to showcase his skills in the Adelaide Test, where he has established himself as one of the best pink-ball bowlers in the world. He has already taken 70 wickets in day-night Tests, the most by any player. In this match, he made an immediate impact by dismissing Yashasvi Jaiswal with a superb delivery that trapped him in front of the stumps. Starc also accounted for KL Rahul and Virat Kohli shortly after, demonstrating his dominance.
The friendly banter from Indian fans highlights the lighter side of cricket rivalries, especially as players transition from fierce competitors on the field to teammates in the IPL. This blend of camaraderie and competition continues to shape modern cricket narratives.