Mitch Owen Shines in T20s, Earns Spot in Australian Squads

Mitch Owen, the 23-year-old all-rounder, has been rewarded for his stellar performance in his initial five Twenty20 internationals by being included in Australia's squads for upcoming short-format series against South Africa next month.

With regular ODI captain Pat Cummins resting, Mitch Marsh steps up to lead both T20 and ODI squads, as Australia shapes its strategy ahead of the T20 World Cup in India and Sri Lanka. Returning players, Josh Hazlewood and Travis Head, fortify both squads, while Owen's inclusion marks a bright start for his international career.

Highlighting the squad's flexibility, chief selector George Bailey praised the team's depth and adaptability shown in West Indies, noting these traits as critical as Australia competes in both Darwin and Cairns in preparation for the fierce international competition ahead.

(With inputs from agencies.)