The Australian selectors have completely eliminated the competition Mitchell Marsh playing XI for the fifth and final Test Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2024-25 against India Sydney Cricket Ground. The match, which kicks off on January 3, is a disappointing return for the Allan Border medalist after a poor run.
Mitchell Marsh’s innings in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy
Marsh endured a difficult series, scoring just 73 runs in seven innings at an average of 10.42. His highest score was 47 in the first Test at Perth, but his performance declined significantly in subsequent matches. Adding to his woes, Marsh took just 13 wickets in the last three Tests without claiming a wicket, drawing widespread criticism from fans and pundits.
Career highlights and IPL stats
Despite these struggles, Marsh’s talent and contributions to cricket remain undeniable, especially Indian Premier League (IPL)built a unique legacy here. Marsh’s IPL career spanned 42 matches, scoring 665 runs, including three half-centuries and 37 wickets. Despite his injuries hindering his consistency, his performances have shown signs of brilliance, especially during his tenure with him. Capitals of Delhi.
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Marsh’s salary in Indian Premier League
1. Deccan Chargers (2010)
At just 19, Marsh began his IPL career with the Deccan Chargers before making his international debut. He played three games, scored 28 runs and scored two goals.
Salary
2. Pune Warriors (2011-13)
Marsh joined Pune Warriors in 2011, where he played five matches, taking 50 runs and seven wickets. After missing the 2012 season due to a back injury, he returned in 2013, playing nine matches, scoring 140 runs and claiming seven wickets.
Salary
- 2011: INR 1,33,40,000
- 2012: INR 14,578,300
- 2013: INR 1,54,48,300
3. Rising Pune Supergiants (2016-17)
In 2016, Marsh played for Rising Pune Supergiants but managed just three matches, scoring seven runs and four wickets.
Salary
- 2016: INR 4,80,00,000
- 2017: INR 4,80,00,000
4. Sunrisers Hyderabad (2020-21)
Marsh joined Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2020 but played only one match before an injury ruled him out. He did not score or score a goal. He opted out of the 2021 season.
Salary
- 2020: INR 2,00,00,000
- 2021: Refused
5. Delhi Capitals (2022-24)
Marsh has enjoyed a resurgence with Delhi Capitals, putting in spectacular performances. In 2022, he scored 251 runs including two half-centuries and took four wickets. In 2023, he was DC’s leading wicket-taker with 12 wickets in nine matches while scoring 128 runs. However, injuries returned in 2024, limiting him to four matches, 61 runs and one wicket.
Salary
- 2022: INR 6,50,00,000
- 2023: INR 6,50,00,000
- 2024: INR 6,50,00,000
6. Lucknow Super Giants (2025)
In the IPL 2025 mega auction, Marsh was bought by Lucknow Super Giants. Fans are optimistic about his potential role as a player, using his all-round skills to boost the team’s prospects.
