Punjab Kings sign 23-year-old Aussie Mitchell Owen as Glenn Maxwell's replacement. The right-handed all-rounder joins for ₹3 crore after stellar PSL performances.
Replacement
Currently shining in PSL for Peshawar Zalmi, Owen boasts a T20 strike rate of 184.57 with 2 centuries. His aggressive batting perfectly suits PBKS' style.
Form
Proven in BBL (Hobart Hurricanes) and SA20 (Paarl Royals), Owen brings global T20 expertise. Though uncapped internationally, his franchise record impresses.
Experience
34 T20s: 646 runs @ 25.84 avg/184 SR. Two 100s prove his big-hitting ability. Perfect No.5/6 finisher PBKS desperately needs.
Batting
Handy medium-pacer with 10 T20 wickets. While not Maxwell-level, his 4-over spells provide crucial balance - PBKS' weak point this season.
Bowling
At ₹3 crore, Owen costs ₹1.2cr less than Maxwell. PBKS gamble on youth over experience, hoping Owen replicates his PSL fireworks.
Value
Will debut after PSL concludes. PBKS fans hope he solves their middle-order woes and boosts playoff chances in crucial remaining matches.