Mitchell Starc’s availability for the 2027 Indian Premier League (IPL) could become a major talking point as Australia prepare for a demanding international schedule next year. With several important assignments lined up, concerns remain over whether the country’s leading players will receive clearance to participate in the entire tournament. However, Starc has reportedly assured Delhi Capitals (DC) of his availability, subject to his fitness.

The Australian fast bowler remains an important part of Delhi Capitals’ bowling attack, and his absence would be a significant setback for the franchise. With the possibility of international commitments clashing with the IPL, several teams could also be forced to manage their campaigns without some of their key Australian players.

During a recent online interaction, Times of India journalist Arani Basu reportedly shared an update on Starc’s availability. According to Basu, the 36-year-old has informed Delhi Capitals that he is willing to feature in the 2027 IPL. However, his participation will depend on his physical condition and Australia’s workload management plans.

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Australian players faced similar availability concerns during the previous IPL season. Pat Cummins, Mitchell Starc and Cameron Green arrived late for the 2026 edition after Cricket Australia prioritised their fitness ahead of upcoming international commitments. Some players were not immediately granted clearance, resulting in delayed arrivals and missed matches.

The situation was particularly challenging because the 2026 IPL followed the T20 World Cup, leaving limited recovery time between two demanding tournaments. Cricket Australia’s concerns centred on the possibility of players suffering injuries after spending an extended period competing in high-intensity cricket.

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Australia’s 2027 calendar is equally demanding, with several major assignments scheduled before the ODI World Cup. The team will begin the year with a Test against New Zealand before taking on India in a five-match Test series. Their attention will then turn towards the highly anticipated Ashes against England.

A one-off match is scheduled from March 11 to 15, while the five-Test Ashes series will begin on June 18 and conclude on August 2. Following a break, Australia will shift their focus towards the ODI World Cup, which is scheduled to begin in the first week of October.

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Although there are gaps between these international assignments, the IPL’s scheduling remains an important factor, given that the tournament requires approximately three months to complete.

For Delhi Capitals, Starc’s fitness will therefore be crucial. In the previous season, he picked up 11 wickets in six matches, including an impressive spell of 4/40. His availability could play a significant role in shaping DC’s bowling plans for IPL 2027.