Travis Head has been a standout performer in the ongoing 2024-25 Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, showcasing remarkable batting skills and resilience. Here’s a detailed look at his performance against Indian bowlers so far in the series:
Overview of Performance
. Total Runs: Travis Head has amassed 409 runs across five innings, averaging 81.80 with a strike rate of 94.23. His contributions include two centuries and one half-century, making him the leading run-scorer in the series.
| Bowler | Innings | Runs | Out | Average | Strike-rate |
| Mohammed Siraj | 4 | 90 | 2 | 45 | 109.8 |
| Jasprit Bumrah | 5 | 83 | 2 | 41.1 | 91.2 |
| Harshit Rana | 3 | 83 | 1 | 83 | 143.1 |
| Ravindra Jadeja | 1 | 44 | 0 | – | 80. |
| R. Ashwin | 1 | 40 | 0 | – | 70.2 |
| Nitish Reddy | 2 | 27 | 0 | – | 103.8 |
| AkashDeep | 2 | 24 | 0 | – | 66.7 |
| Washington Sundar | 1 | 18 | 0 | – | 62.8 |
Key Insights and Strategies
. Despite facing challenges, Head has managed to score heavily against India’s premier bowlers, particularly Siraj and Bumrah, who have been among the most expensive in terms of runs conceded per wicket taken against him.
. Indian bowlers have acknowledged Head’s ability to dominate their attacks, but they are strategizing to exploit his perceived weakness against short balls in upcoming matches. Akash Deep mentioned that targeting specific areas and maintaining discipline will be crucial to containing Head’s scoring opportunities.
. Head himself has expressed confidence in his approach, focusing on scoring rather than worrying about getting out, which reflects his aggressive mindset and improved technique since earlier struggles.
This performance not only highlights Travis Head’s current form but also sets the stage for intriguing tactical battles as the series progresses, particularly with the upcoming Boxing Day Test where Indian bowlers aim to implement their plans effectively against him.
