Travis Head doesn't have a great record at MCG [Source: AP]
On Thursday, India will take on Australia in the fourth Test of the ongoing five-match Border-Gavaskar Trophy. The high-voltage clash will be played at the historic Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Regarding Australia, the hosts have pretty much been dependent on Travis Head, who has been absolutely sensational with the bat. The explosive southpaw has showcased remarkable consistency, amassing 409 runs at an average of 81.80 and a strike rate of 94.24. These incredible numbers signify his ruthless batting approach that has weaved magic for the home side in this BGT.
Travis Head's Poor Record At MCG: A Glimmer Of Hope For India?
Innings | Runs | Average | Strike Rate | 50s/100s |
---|---|---|---|---|
10 | 346 | 34.60 | 48.60 | 1/1 |
(Travis Head's Test Record At MCG)
However, the experienced batter hasn't quite lived up to the expectations in Boxing Day Tests. As shown in the above table, Head has struck only 346 runs at an average of 34.60 in ten innings at MCG. Furthermore, his scoring rate of 48.60 suggests that the bowlers have kept him quiet at this venue, allowing him to slam only two fifty-plus scores across ten Test innings.
Thus, Travis Head's unimpressive numbers at MCG must be a glimmer of hope for the Indian bowlers, who have struggled to control the flow of runs during his stay in the middle.
Can In-Form Travis Head Ensure A Turnaround?
Having said that, India must be aware of Travis Head's scintillating form in international cricket. The batter is high on confidence following his stellar outings in the first three Tests of the series. So, Head could improve his numbers at MCG with another significant knock in the fourth Test. However, it's important for the Indian bowlers to learn from their mistakes and minimise the damage by a disciplined bowling performance against him.