Mitchell Starc and Shoaib Akhtar are probably two of the most lethal and fearsome bowlers in world cricket history. Both of them dominated the cricket field in their respective eras and established themselves amongst some of the greatest pacers to ever grace the cricket field.
So today we are going to talk about their lady – their girlfriends and wives.
Who are the wives of Mitchell Starc and Shoaib Akhtar?
Mitchell Starc and Shoaib Akhtar have been two of the greatest pacers in World Cricket. Both of them have performed exceptionally well and have won numerous individual awards and accolades in their respective careers. But have you ever wondered who are their better – halves?
Australian pacer, Mitchell Starc has been married to his long–term girlfriend, Alyssa Healy. The love birds got engaged back in 2015.
The following year, Mitchell Starc got married and tied the knot with his long-term girlfriend, Alyssa Healy in 2016.
Mitchell Starc and Alyssa Healy met each other for the first at just 9 years old, since then Mitchell Starc and Alyssa Healy have been inseparable together.
Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia is the place of birth of Alyssa Healy. She was born on 1990, 24 March to her parents Greg and Sandy Healy. Being born into a sports enthusiast’s family, Alyssa Healy was destined to become a professional cricketer. Her father, Greg Healy, and her two uncles, Ian Healy and Ken, were professional cricketers and were a prominent part of the Queensland domestic team.
Alyssa Healy is one of the most celebrated and decorated female cricketers in world cricket. Throughout her illustrious cricketing career, Alyssa Healy has won 2 ODI Cricket World Cups and 6 T20 Cricket World Cups.
Furthermore, She also holds the record for dismissals (92) in T20 internationals. Alyssa Healy has also won ICC Women’s T20 Cricketer of the Year award twice. In addition, she also won the prestigious Belinda Clark Award in 2019.
On the other hand, Former Pakistan ace, Shoaib Akhtar is married to his wife, Rubab Khan. They tied the knot in a private wedding ceremony back in 2014.
Haripur, Pakistan is the place of birth of Rubab Khan. Rubab Khan was born in 1994, 23 June to her parents. She completed her education in Abbottabad, Pakistan.
Shoaib Akhtar and his wife, Rubab Khan are proud parents of three beautiful children, Mohammad Mikaeel Ali and Mujaddid, and daughter, Noreeh Ali.
Shoaib Akhtar and his wife, Rubab Khan welcomed their first child, Mohammad Mikaeel Ali in 2016.
Three years later, the couple welcomed their second child, Mujaddid Ali in 2019.
Their family was completed with the arrival of their third child daughter, Noreeh Ali in 2024.
Shoaib Akhtar’s wife, Rubab Khan is a very private and low-key person. She likes to stay away from the media and limelight, as a result, nothing much is known about her.
Although Rubab Khan is a dedicated homemaker, She likes to take care of her husband, Shoaib Akhtar, and her family members.
Do both of them have their own careers?
Yes, Alyssa Healy is a professional cricketer. She is a prominent part of the Women’s Australia Cricket team.
Prior to that, She came into the limelight as Alyssa Healy made her domestic debut for the New South Wales junior team in 2006. Slowly, She rose through the ranks and eventually made her senior debut for New South Wales in 2007.
Alyssa Healy showed her all-round cricketing skills and elegant batting prowess for the domestic team. She performed exceptionally well and cemented her place in the starting eleven for New South Wales.
Following her consistent performances, Alyssa Healy finally got the major breakthrough as she earned her maiden call-up for Australian national cricket team in 2010.
She is a wicket-keeper batsman. Throughout her professional career, Alyssa Healy has won several titles and championships. Moreover, She has also won numerous individual awards and accolades in her cricketing career.
She has won 8 ICC World Cups with the Australian Cricket Team. 2 ODI World Cups and 6 T20 Cricket World Cups.
In addition, Alyssa Healy also won the Commonwealth Games with the Australian cricket team in 2022.
On the other hand, Shoaib Akhtar’s wife, Rubab Khan is a homemaker and likes to stay away from the limelight, as a result, nothing much is known about her professional career as of now.
Although, Rubab Khan completed her graduation from Abbottabad, Pakistan.
Have they been supportive of their husbands?
It’s no secret that both, Shoaib Akhtar and Mitchell Starc have been two of the most influential figures of their respective teams.
Australian ace, Mitchell Starc has been one of the most integral parts of the Aussies for more than a decade. Throughout his illustrious cricketing career, Mitchell Starc has won 2 ODI Cricket World Cups (2015 & 2023) and 1 T20 Cricket World Cup (2022).
In addition, he has also won the World Test Championship 2021 – 2023 as well.
Furthermore, Mitchell Starc is also the fastest bowler to reach 150 and 200 ODI wickets.
On the other hand, Shoaib Akhtar aka ‘Rawalpindi Express’ is of the fastest and feared pacers in cricketing history. He made his debut for the Pakistan cricket team back in 1997.
He was most notable for his long ground-thumping bowling strides and his long hair flowing freely through the air along with an unorthodox sling-back bowling action.
Despite facing several injuries, Shoaib Akhtar to date remains the fastest bowler in cricketing history. He bowled the fastest bowlers at 161.3 mph.
Shoaib Akhtar was a part of the golden era of the Pakistan national cricket team along with the likes of Wasim Akram and Waqar Yonis, he formed a lethal bowling partnership and spearheaded the Pakistan bowling attack.
Shoaib Akhtar played an influential role in the Pakistan cricket team’s historic triumph at the ICC T20 Cricket World Cup in 2009.
Despite being so successful both Mitchell Starc and Shoaib Akhtar have been through their fair share of ups and downs. In the amidst of all the hard times, both Mitchell Starc’s wife, Alyssa Healy and Shoaib Akhtar’s wife, Rubab Khan have been their constant motivator and support – system. They have been with their better – halves and have supported them in both the good and especially in the bad times.
