In a remarkable display of bowling, Mitchell Starc achieved his maiden five-wicket haul in the IPL while playing for Delhi Capitals against Sunrisers Hyderabad on March 30, 2025, in Visakhapatnam. Starc’s exceptional performance was instrumental in bundling out SRH for just 163 runs in 18.4 overs.

Starc’s spell was devastating as he dismantled the SRH batting lineup, taking key wickets at crucial moments. He dismissed Abhishek Sharma for just 1 run, followed by Ishan Kishan, who managed only 2 runs. Starc then claimed the wicket of Nitish Reddy without scoring, before removing Travis Head for 22 runs. He capped off his outstanding performance by taking the final wicket of Wiaan Mulder for 9 runs.

Finishing with figures of 5 wickets for 35 runs, Starc’s achievement not only earned him the provisional Purple Cap as the leading wicket-taker in IPL 2025 but also showcased his vital role in Delhi Capitals’ campaign. His efforts helped set a solid foundation for DC as they aimed for victory in their match against SRH, further solidifying his status as one of the tournament’s premier bowlers.