Delhi Capitals (DC) have finally got some much-needed good news in the midst of the ongoing IPL 2026. australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc Now Delhi Capitals (DC) have joined the team, which will give a big boost to the team before the crucial stage of the tournament.
The Capitals were eagerly waiting for the arrival of Mitchell Starc. Now that the Australian fast bowler is back, DC’s bowling attack looks strong, but fans may have to wait a while before seeing him on the field in the ongoing tournament.
After a long wait, Delhi Capitals finally welcomed Mitchell Starc
On Saturday, April 25, Delhi Capitals posted a video on their social media handles, confirming the arrival of Mitchell Starc for the ongoing IPL 2026. She captioned the video, “Worth the wait Welcome back home, Tiger! “
Worth the wait
Welcome home, Tiger! pic.twitter.com/cbd5Adjzxo
– Delhi Capitals (@delhicapitals) 25 April 2026
Starc’s delay was due to fitness issues. The Australian fast bowler had put a lot of strain on his body during the Ashes, where he bowled long spells in the five-match Test series and played a key role in Australia’s 4-1 victory over England on home soil.
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Mitchell Starc’s difficult recovery journey
Mitchell Starc played after the Ashes Big Bash League (BBL) 2025-26Where he fell badly while trying to stop a catch and started having pain in his shoulder and elbow. His recovery took a long time. This left Delhi Capitals with no option but to wait.
Earlier this week, Cricket Australia (CA) had given approval to Starc to join the IPL. During his absence, Mukesh Kumar, T Natarajan and Lungi Ngidi tried their best to keep things under control this season.
Starc is an important player in DC’s line-up. In IPL 2025, he took 14 wickets in 11 matches and also took a five-wicket haul against Sunrisers Hyderabad. However, he could not finish the season as he returned home early to prepare for international matches.
Delhi Capitals took a safe route due to Starc’s return.
well, Delhi Capitals There is no hurry for Starc to return in the current IPL 2026. The Australian bowler is unlikely to play against Punjab Kings on April 25. The team wants him to train properly first and gradually get back into rhythm after being away from action for almost three months.
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If all goes well, Starc is expected to play his first match of this season against Rajasthan Royals on May 1. The plan is to get him fully fit for the final stages of the tournament. Until then, Ngidi, who has taken seven wickets in six matches, will continue to lead the pace attack.
DC looks to make a comeback against PBKS
Notably, Delhi Capitals will face Punjab Kings 35th match of IPL 2026 On 25th April at Arun Jaitley Stadium in Delhi. DC have won 3 out of 6 games and are placed sixth on the points table. They are coming into this game after a tough defeat against Sunrisers Hyderabad, but have won two games at home.
PBKS, on the other hand, are unbeaten with 5 wins and 1 no result, and they will aim to continue their winning streak and get closer to the finals. ipl 2026 Playoff in this important clash.