‘Try and be as much of a sponge as possible’ – Mahli Beardman credits Starc, Cummins for growth

The young Australian fast bowler reflects on learning from senior pace bowlers during his comeback from injury.

By CricTracker Staff · Cric Tracker

Published: Thursday, 8 October 2026 at 1:21 PM

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Mahli Beardman credited senior pacers Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins for providing technical guidance during his injury recovery.
Beardman took 4 wickets for 23 runs in Australia A's 125-run win over India A in Puducherry.
The fast bowler suffered a season-ending lumbar bone stress injury after his T20 international debut in January.

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Australian fast bowler Mahli Beardman has credited senior pacers Mitchell Starc and Pat Cummins for aiding his growth and technical development. The young bowler is currently on a comeback trail after a lumbar bone stress injury sustained during his T20I debut against Pakistan in January sidelined him for months.

Beardman recently claimed 4 for 23 to help Australia A defeat India A by 125 runs in a 50-over match in Puducherry. His bowling speeds have surpassed 140 kph in the nets as he targets a return to full international fitness.

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‘Try and be as much of a sponge as possible’ – Mahli Beardman credits Starc, Cummins for growth

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