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New Delhi: Punjab kings Emerged Australian all-rounder planted Michel Owen As a replacement for the injured Glenn Maxwell, which is excluded from the remaining part of the 2025 Indian Premier League season with a fragmented finger.
The injury adds to a forgetful campaign for Maxwell, which scored just 48 runs in seven demonstrations this year with a score of six points. He upheld the injury to PBKS’s abandoned stability against Kolkata Knight Riders at Eden Gardens on 26 April.
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The IPL confirmed the development through a statement: “Punjab Kings have chosen all -rounder Mich Owen as a replacement of Glenn Maxwell, who have been excluded from the remaining part of the Tata Indian Premier League (IPL) 2025 due to the broken finger.”
Who is that IPL player?
23-year-old Tasmanian, a powerful right-handed batsman and seam-bouling option, has been signed for Rs 3 crore.
Owen comes in IPL spotlight after a sensational 2024/25 Big Bash League The season where he scored 452 runs, an average of 45.20 and two centuries of spectacular strike rate of 203.60.

Their recent stents in SA20 and PSL had mixed results, but their ability was enough to earn them spots in both leagues. In 34 T20 matches, Owen has scored 646 runs and has taken 10 wickets.
Owen is known for its intimidating appearance at the crease, capable of cleaning boundaries with brutal force. Their aggressive style, long liver and easy bowling make them a promising T20 property.
As PBKs look to stay in the playoff race, Owen’s arrival can provide very important ex-factor.