Mitchell Owen Records Highest-Ever Individual Score in Major League Cricket History, Achieves Feat During Washington Freedom vs MI New York MLC 2026
Mitchell Owen has smashed an astonishing 155 runs off 68 balls for Washington Freedom against MI New York, establishing a new record for the highest individual score in Major League Cricket history on June 21, 2026. This monumental effort at Grand Prairie Stadium, Dallas, powered his team to a 30-run victory and rewrites the MLC batting records.
History was made in Major League Cricket (MLC) as Washington Freedom's dynamic Australian all-rounder, Mitchell Owen, unleashed a spectacular assault on MI New York's bowlers, crafting an unprecedented 155 runs from a mere 68 deliveries. His breathtaking innings at the Grand Prairie Stadium on June 21, 2026, powered Washington Freedom to a commanding victory and firmly established a new benchmark for batting excellence in the league. Kieron Pollard Scripts History, Becomes All-Time Leading Run-Scorer in T20 Cricket.
Mitchell Owen Creates History
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Mitch Owen achieves the highest individual score in Cognizant Major League Cricket history with 155 (68), surpassing Finn Allen’s previous 151. ☄️ pic.twitter.com/IBbJyKEZ9w
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Owen, the 2025 MLC Player of the Tournament, commenced his innings with fierce intent, reaching his century in a blistering 41 balls. The 24-year-old right-hander's knock was adorned with 11 boundaries and a staggering 13 sixes, showcasing his immense power and clean striking ability. His incredible strike rate of 227.94 left the MI New York attack, featuring international stars like Trent Boult, Romario Shepherd, and Kieron Pollard, reeling.
A Record Shattered
Owen's monumental 155 surpassed the previous highest individual score in MLC, Finn Allen's 151, achieved for the San Francisco Unicorns against Washington Freedom during the 2025 season. This record-breaking performance comes after Owen's impressive form leading into the match, including a rapid 61 runs in the Freedom's tournament opener against Seattle Orcas. Under the captaincy of Steve Smith, Washington Freedom posted a formidable total of 5-254 from their allotted 20 overs.
MI New York, led by Nicholas Pooran, mounted a spirited chase but ultimately fell short, finishing at 6-215, giving Washington Freedom a resounding 30-run victory. Owen's innings at one point threatened to challenge Chris Gayle's all-time T20 record of 175 not out, a testament to the sheer dominance of his batting display. Where to Watch Major League Cricket 2026 Live Streaming Online and Telecast Channel in India.
The Major League Cricket 2026 season commenced on June 18 and is set to culminate with the final on July 18. This fixture between Washington Freedom and MI New York was a crucial early-stage encounter in the tournament.
Mitchell Owen's record-breaking performance has set an electrifying tone for the MLC 2026 season, promising more thrilling encounters as teams vie for the coveted championship title.
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