Starc wary of 'unknown' conditions on Australia tour of South Africa

Mitchell Starc, Australia's pace spearhead, expressed concern over the unknown conditions that await the team during their upcoming tour of South Africa. The three-match one-day series and subsequent three-test series, set to begin on October 9 in Durban, could present a challenge due to the unpredictable weather and early-season conditions.

Starc highlighted the potential for rain and unfamiliar early-season weather, stating, "There's an element of the unknown." With recent wet weather in South Africa, the surface might differ from the usual dry conditions that favor reverse swing, adding another layer of uncertainty for the visiting team. Despite the challenges, Starc commended fast bowler Nathan Ellis, who excelled during Australia's one-day series in Zimbabwe, praising his performance and asserting that Ellis is pushing his case to become a regular pick in Australia's one-day side.