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Mitchell Starc Concedes Most Expensive T20 Over Against PBKS in IPL 2026

Mitchell Starc had the most expensive first over of his T20 career during the IPL 2026 match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals. Starc gave away 22 runs, including two sixes and five wides, as PBKS openers attacked aggressively. His previous worst opening over was 15 runs for KKR in IPL 2024. The expensive over added pressure on Delhi Capitals, who are struggling to stay in the playoff race.

Key Points: IPL 2026: Starc's Costliest T20 Over vs PBKS

  • Mitchell Starc concedes 22 runs in first over against PBKS
  • Most expensive T20 opening over of his career
  • Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh attack from start
  • Starc's previous worst was 15 runs in IPL 2024
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IPL 2026: Mitchell Starc registers most expensive over of his T20 career against PBKS

Mitchell Starc gave away 22 runs in his first over against Punjab Kings in IPL 2026, the most expensive of his T20 career. PBKS openers dominated the Delhi Capitals pacer.

"The over ended with 22 runs, making it the most expensive first over Starc has bowled in a T20 match. - Match Report"

Dharamsala, May 11

Mitchell Starc had the most expensive first over of his T20 career during the Indian Premier League 2026 match between Punjab Kings and Delhi Capitals in Dharamsala on Thursday.

Starc, known for his strong record with the new ball in all formats, started poorly after Delhi Capitals won the toss and chose to bowl first. Punjab Kings openers Priyansh Arya and Prabhsimran Singh went on the attack right from the start, putting the Australian pacer under immediate pressure.

Arya hit a six over cover point on the very first ball. Although Starc managed to bowl two dot balls, he also gave away five wides. Prabhsimran then hit a six and a boundary. The over ended with 22 runs, making it the most expensive first over Starc has bowled in a T20 match.

Before this game, the highest number of runs Starc had given up in the opening over of a T20 was 15 while playing for Kolkata Knight Riders against Delhi Capitals in IPL 2024. He also had 14-run opening overs for Royal Challengers Bengaluru against Punjab Kings in 2015 and for the Australian national team against New Zealand and West Indies in 2022.

Punjab Kings' opening pair has been one of the most aggressive combinations in IPL 2026. They scored more than 14 runs per over together in the Power-play this season. Their attacking style worked again as they dominated Starc, despite his reputation as one of the best new-ball bowlers in cricket.

Starc joined the Delhi Capitals late this season and has had a mixed campaign. The left-arm pacer took three wickets in his first three matches. This outing in Dharamsala added more pressure on the Delhi Capitals, who are struggling to stay in the playoff race.

- IANS

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Priya S
Honestly, Starc shouldn't have been played at Dharamsala. The pitch was feisty and he's still not fully settled. DC's team management needs to rethink strategy. But full credit to PBKS — Arya and Prabhsimran played proper shots. That six over cover was a statement.
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Vikram M
IPL is brutal for bowlers. International stars come here and get smashed all over the park. Starc should be given more time — it's just one over. But we've seen this pattern before. He'll come back strong. Meanwhile, PBKS top order looks dangerous. Playoffs race just got more interesting.
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James A
As an Australian fan, it's painful to see Starc like this. But India's young guns deserve applause. Prabhsimran was particularly impressive — he didn't just slog, he timed it beautifully. The future of Indian cricket looks bright.
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Neha E
It's not just about Starc — our domestic talent is shining. Priyansh Arya is a future star. The way he stepped out and smashed Starc over cover off the first ball... chills. DC made a strategic blunder not preparing properly for these openers.
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Sarah B
Starc is world class but T20 is a different beast. Those wides in the first over cost him dearly. Still, the way Arya and Prabhsimran attacked showed intent. India vs Australia rivalry adds extra spice to moments like these. Great entertainment.

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