Starc Shines at 35, Shami Sidelined: India's Age Bias in Cricket Selection

• Mitchell Starc, 35, named Man of the Series in the Ashes, proving performance over age.
• India's cricket selection faces criticism for sidelining 35-year-old Mohammed Shami, despite his strong performance.
• Australia manages senior fast bowlers like Starc, trusting experience; India tends to discard them post-30.
• Shami's consistent domestic performance (50+ wickets in 17 matches) and experience are being overlooked.
• Starc's success, including 31 wickets and two Player of the Match awards in the Ashes, highlights the value of experience.

Why It Matters: Performance, not age, should dictate selection; India can learn from Australia's trust in senior players.