Mitchell Owen Helps Hobart Hurricanes Win Maiden Big Bash League Title

A record-equalling century by Mitchell Owen and a three-wicket haul by skipper Nathan Ellis helped Hobart Hurricanes secure their maiden Big Bash League (BBL) title, beating Sydney Thunder in the final at Hobart by seven wickets on Monday. After two appearances in the final during the 2013-14 and 2017-18 editions, Hobart finally has a title to their names.

They have one important name to thank, Mitchell, who slammed a 39-ball century, who slammed the joint-fastest century in the history of the tournament when it mattered the most. He ended as the top run-getter in the season with 452 runs in 11 matches at an average of 45.20, a strike rate of 203.60 and two centuries. His best score is 108.

Hobart won the toss and elected to field first. However, a 97-run partnership between skipper Warner and Jason Sangha meant that they were made to regret their decision. Sydney openers tore into Hurricanes' bowling, reaching 58/0 at the end of powerplay in six overs.