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'Travis Head Preparing For IPL In White Jersey'-  Fans React To His Explosive Knock vs SL



Travis Head's explosive knock vs SL (Source:@AdvocateMessi,x.com)Travis Head's explosive knock vs SL (Source:@AdvocateMessi,x.com)

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Australian batter Travis Head set the tone for an aggressive start in the first Test against Sri Lanka at the Galle International Stadium on Wednesday, January 29. Promoted to open the innings, the southpaw delivered a fiery knock and smashed 57 runs off just 40 balls. 

Head signaled his attacking intent from the outset, hammering three fours in the very first over. His blistering half-century came in just 35 balls, before he fell to Prabath Jayasuriya, before he attempted a big hit over long-on, but the hit resulted in a simple catch for Dinesh Chandimal.

Following his explosive innings, social media was abuzz with fans hailing his fearless approach. Many compared his knock to an IPL-style innings, with some suggesting that Head was already gearing up for the upcoming Champions Trophy 2025.  

It is worth mentioning that, Travis Head is known for his bold batting and dynamic stroke play. Despite a decent international career, he has made a significant impact in the IPL as well especially in IPL 2024. 

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Australia's bold decision to push Head up the order paid off handsomely, as he provided a flying start. While he missed out on a potential century, his intent-driven approach set the tone for the visitors in the series opener. 

At the time of writing this article, Australia is at 142/2, with Usman Khawaja and Steve Smith batting at the crease. It is also important to mention that Steve Smith becomes the 5th fastest cricketer to complete 10,000 runs in the longest format of the game.