Travis Head has recently made headlines by achieving a remarkable milestone in international cricket. He has won Player of the Match award six times in the Test career, surpassing legendary Australian cricketers such as, Harry Brook, Charith Asalanka, Pathum Nissanka, Jasprit Bumrah who all had fewer awards despite playing many more matches. Head accomplished this feat in just 27 Tests.
Key Achievements
. Player of the Match Awards – 6
. Matches Played – 27
. Notable Awards – Scored 140 runs in the second Test against India in December 2024, which contributed to his latest Player of the Match award.
Comparison with other Players
| Sr. | Players | Matches | POTM |
| 1. | Travis Head | 27 | 6 |
| 2. | Harry Brook | 26 | 5 |
| 3. | Charith Asalanka | 36 | 5 |
| 4. | Pathum Nissanka | 35 | 5 |
| 5. | Jasprit Bumrah | 19 | 4 |
| 6. | Shaheen Afridi | 26 | 4 |
| 7. | Sikandar Raza | 27 | 4 |
| 8. | Rahmanullah Gurbaz | 30 | 4 |
Travis Head’s rapid accumulation of Player of the Match awards highlights his impact on the game at a relatively early stage in his career. His performances have been pivotal for the Australian team, especially during crucial matches such as finals and series deciders.
