Australian bowler Mitchell Starc broke Wasim Akram's record for most Test wickets by a left-arm seamer, reaching 418 in the second Ashes Test against England.

Australian fast bowler Mitchell Starc received a glowing tribute from Pakistan legend Wasim Akram after overtaking him to become the highest wicket-taker among all left-arm fast bowlers in Test cricket.

Starc crossed Akram’s tally during the second session on Day 1 of the pink-ball Test against England at the Gabba on Thursday, when he dismissed Harry Brook to claim the historic wicket. Earlier, he had removed Ben Duckett and Ollie Pope in a fiery opening burst, marking yet another dominant display under lights.

With his latest haul, Starc now stands at 418 Test wickets in 102 matches, averaging 26.43. His performance at the G

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