Over 99 deliveries — a reasonable sample that reveals clear patterns across TEST cricket, the battle between Mitchell Starc and Joe Root has been remarkably even — 66 runs scored, 2 dismissals, and an average of 33.00 that tells the story of a genuine contest.
Joe Root has dismissed Mitchell Starc 2 times across 99 deliveries — one wicket every 50 balls on average. Those wickets have kept this contest finely balanced — Mitchell Starc has scored enough to stay competitive, but Joe Root has always had the last word often enough to matter.
A 63.6% dot ball rate captures the balance of this rivalry perfectly — Joe Root has tied Mitchell Starc down in spells, but the batter has always found a way to respond. Across the matchup, Mitchell Starc has hit 3 fours and 2 sixes, with boundaries contributing 36% of total runs — a balanced mix of power hitting and sensible running.
Although the sample is moderate at 99 balls, the patterns here are worth noting. As the two meet more often, this rivalry is one to follow closely for cricket fans.
Mitchell Starc has scored 66 runs off 99 balls against Joe Root across TEST cricket, averaging 33.00 per dismissal with a strike rate of 66.67.
Joe Root has dismissed Mitchell Starc 2 times across 99 deliveries in TEST cricket — one wicket every 50 balls on average.
This is an evenly matched rivalry. Mitchell Starc has scored 66 runs and averages 33.00, while Joe Root has taken 2 wickets across 99 deliveries. Neither player holds a definitive edge.
Mitchell Starc has scored at a strike rate of 66.67 against Joe Root across TEST cricket — indicating a cautious approach in this matchup. From 99 deliveries faced, the batter has hit 3 fours and 2 sixes.
Joe Root has delivered 63.6% dot balls against Mitchell Starc across 99 deliveries — indicating a high pressure rate that has kept the batter quiet. Despite this, Mitchell Starc has still managed 5 boundaries in the matchup.
Mitchell Starc has hit 3 fours and 2 sixes off Joe Root's bowling across TEST cricket. Boundaries account for 36% of all runs scored in this matchup — a balanced scoring pattern between boundaries and running between the wickets.
This head-to-head record between Mitchell Starc and Joe Root covers TEST cricket, totalling 99 balls faced. All deliveries are from TEST cricket.