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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 51480, member: 636"] Pakistani bowling legend Wasim Akram showered praise on Australian speedster Mitchell Starc as the left-armer prepared for his century of Test matches. The veteran fast bowler declared Starc a modern cricket great while speaking about the milestone achievement. Akram emphasized how reaching 100 Tests proves exceptional quality and mental toughness in today's demanding cricket environment. The legendary pacer highlighted how rare such longevity becomes for fast bowlers who endure constant physical punishment. Australia's newest centurion joins an elite group of just 83 players worldwide who have reached the landmark. Starc becomes the 16th Australian and second fast bowler from his country after Glenn McGrath to achieve 100 Test appearances. The 35-year-old enters his milestone match against the West Indies in Jamaica with 395 Test scalps already banked. Akram pointed out how Starc prioritized red-ball cricket despite lucrative Twenty20 opportunities around the globe. The Pakistani great noted striking similarities between their career statistics and injury battles. Both left-arm quicks suffered damage to every body part during their lengthy careers. Akram dismissed direct comparisons between their eras while acknowledging Starc's exceptional skills with pace and swing bowling. The former Pakistan captain praised Starc's intelligent approach when attacking new batsmen with fresh deliveries. Starc's strike rate mirrors Akram's remarkable record of 414 wickets across 104 Test matches. The Australian enters his centenary Test within touching distance of 400 career wickets. Cricket fans anticipate whether Starc can reach the 400-wicket milestone during his historic 100th Test appearance. [/QUOTE]

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