25 Mitch Owen

A powerful top-order batter and a handy medium-pace all-rounder, Mitchell Owen (born September 16, 2001) has rapidly ascended from a Tasmanian domestic prospect to a global T20 sensation. Known for his “clean-hitting” ability and high strike rates, Owen is the latest Australian “power-hitter” to make a significant impact in the Indian Premier League.

As of January 27, 2026, Mitchell Owen is a high-value asset for the Punjab Kings (PBKS). After a breakout 2025 season where he debuted for the Australian national team across both white-ball formats, Owen is set to be a key pillar for the Kings in IPL 2026.

Mitchell Owen: Career Profile & 2025–26 Highlights

The ₹3 Crore “Replacement” Success

Mitchell Owen’s IPL journey began in dramatic fashion during the 2025 season.

• The Maxwell Replacement: Following a finger injury to Glenn Maxwell, Punjab Kings secured Owen for ₹3 Crore.

• Impactful Debut: He left his PSL stint with Peshawar Zalmi midway to join the Kings, immediately justifying his price tag with his aggressive intent at the top of the order.

• IPL 2026 Retention: Given his explosive form and status as a rising international star, PBKS have officially integrated him into their core squad for the 2026 season, where he is expected to lead the overseas batting charge alongside Shreyas Iyer.

BBL Heroics & Global Leagues

Before his IPL call-up, Owen became a household name in the Big Bash League (BBL) with the Hobart Hurricanes.

• The Record Centurion: In the BBL 14 (2024–25) final, Owen equaled the record for the fastest BBL century, smashing a 39-ball hundred (108 off 42 balls) to lead the Hurricanes to their maiden title.

• MLC Dominance: Representing Washington Freedom in Major League Cricket (2025), he was named the Player of the Tournament, proving his ability to perform on diverse tracks.

International Breakthrough (2025)

The year 2025 was a “Golden Year” for Owen:

• T20I Debut: Earned his maiden Australia cap in July 2025 against the West Indies, scoring a half-century on debut.

• ODI Debut: Made his ODI debut in October 2025 against India in Perth, solidifying his spot as a multi-format all-rounder for the Proteas.

Mitchell Owen: Consolidated Statistics

Data updated as of January 27, 2026.

T20 Career Summary

Bowling & Fielding