Starc, who has faced numerous injuries over the years, showed signs of discomfort during the Boxing Day Test recently. He had to leave the field during the latter part of India's first innings on Day 3. But the veteran came back on the field the next day and batted without any issues.
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"He'll be fine. He'll push through. I've played with Starcy (Mitchell Starc) for a long time now, and (he's) one of the toughest cricketers I've played with. He'll grimace, he'll grab his rib no doubt, but he'll be ready for the contest," Carey said to the reporters in Sydney.
Alex Carey on Mitchell Starc's spell on the final day
Alex Carey has had the best view of Mitchell Starc's bowling in a match among all the Australian players. Being the wicketkeeper, he has observed Starc from close quarters. Further speaking on Starc's performance throughout the series, Alex Carey hailed him for his spell on the fifth day.
"He's got an opportunity now to help this team in a Test match. He'll be up for the contest, and I think his bowling's just gotten better throughout the series," he added.
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If Starc misses out for the next match, right-arm fast bowler Jhye Richardson is likely to come into the Playing XI. Richardson last played a Test three years ago as his career has been badly affected by injuries.
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