Australian all-rounder Mitchell Owen will join the Punjab Kings squad for the rest of the IPL 2025 season. He will replace veteran al-rounder Glenn Maxwell, who was ruled out of the IPL 2025 after sustaining a finger injury.

Welcoming the youngster to the team, head coach Ricky Ponting said, “I think we’re all very happy to add Mitchell Owen to our squad for the back end of this season…He’s someone that I’ve watched very closely, especially over the last 12 months.”

“He’s a very exciting player, a very exciting package. He is someone that can bat lots of different positions in the order and can bowl some very handy medium pace as well, which will be really good for us. I’m really excited to have him as part of the group and looking forward to him getting over here sooner rather than later,” he further added.

Joining the PBKS for INR 3 crore, Owen has smashed a total of 646 runs and picked up 10 wickets in 34 T20 matches as well. He also has scored two centuries, with a highest score of 108.

“I am really excited to be given the opportunity to join the Punjab Kings and I can’t wait to get over there and get stuck in,” said Owen on joining the team.

“We believe Mitch Owen has the skillset and temperament to thrive in the IPL. He’s an exciting young talent with a bright future, and we’re looking forward to seeing him showcase his abilities in our setup,” said Satish Menon, the CEO of Punjab Kings as well.