Tue Feb 04 22:50:00 IST 2025: **IPL Franchises Eye Big Bash League Star Mitchell Owen After Injury Concerns**

**MUMBAI, INDIA – February 2, 2025** – Mitchell Owen, the Big Bash League (BBL) final hero who smashed a century off just 39 balls, is attracting significant interest from Indian Premier League (IPL) franchises. Several teams are reportedly inquiring about his availability after key players suffered injuries.

Owen, who registered for the IPL mega auction but didn’t make the shortlist, has catapulted himself into contention following his BBL heroics. He topped the BBL 2025 run charts with 452 runs in 11 matches for the Hobart Hurricanes, including two spectacular centuries. His explosive batting style has made him a desirable acquisition.

This surge in interest comes amidst injury concerns for several IPL players. Australia all-rounder Mitchell Marsh of the Lucknow Super Giants is sidelined with a back injury, potentially ruling him out of the upcoming Champions Trophy and possibly the IPL. Similarly, Chennai Super Kings opener Devon Conway sustained an injury in the South Africa T20 League, jeopardizing his IPL participation.

With Marsh and Conway’s availability uncertain, the Lucknow Super Giants and Chennai Super Kings are likely to seek replacements. Owen’s current form makes him a prime candidate.

Adding another layer to this situation, Owen has already signed with the Paarl Royals (owned by Rajasthan Royals) in the South Africa T20 League. However, Paarl Royals player Joe Root’s selection for England’s ODI series against India has created an opening, increasing the possibility of Owen being considered as a replacement for Rajasthan Royals in the IPL if needed.

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