Hobart Hurricanes secure maiden BBL title, Mitchell Owen scores record century

The Hobart Hurricanes clinched their first Big Bash League title by defeating the Sydney Thunder by 7 wickets in a thrilling final held at Bellerive Oval. Mitchell Owen was the standout player, scoring an astonishing 108 runs off just 42 balls, marking the joint-fastest century in BBL history. The Thunder had set a challenging target of 183 runs, with Jason Sangha contributing 67 runs and David Warner adding 48. However, the Hurricanes' bowlers restricted the Thunder to 182/7, with Nathan Ellis and Riley Meredith each taking 3 wickets. The victory was celebrated by an energized home crowd, with players praising Owen's remarkable performance as a historic feat. This win marks a significant milestone for Tasmanian cricket, as the Hurricanes successfully secured their maiden championship after two previous final losses.