Australian batsman Travis Head achieved a significant milestone during the third Test of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India at the Gabba in Brisbane.
Head, who smashed a remarkable century, has now surpassed 1,000 Tests against India, becoming only the ninth Australian batsman in history to achieve this feat.
Most Tests performed by Australian players against India:
- Ricky Ponting – 2,555 runs
- Steve Smith – 2,162 runs
- Michael Clarke – 2,049 runs
- Matthew Hayden – 1,888 runs
- Allan Border – 1,567 runs
- David Warner – 1,218 runs
- David Boon – 1,204 runs
- Robert Simpson – 1,125 runs
- Travis Head – 1,107 runs
Head’s blistering knock of 152 runs on Sunday came as part of a remarkable 241-run partnership with Steve Smith for the fourth wicket, rescuing Australia from a precarious position at 75/3.
Adding to his achievement, Head became the first player to record a King Pair (dismissed by golden ducks in both innings) and a century at the same venue in the same calendar year.
Earlier this year he endured a forgettable outing at the Gabba, falling golden ducks in both innings of a Test match. However, his latest performance proved to be a story of redemption.
The left-handed batsman celebrated his ninth Test century – his third against India – with his characteristic enthusiasm.
His innings left a significant mark, helping Australia post an impressive score of 405/7 at stumps on the second day.
The first day of the Test match was marred by rain, with just 13.2 overs bowled. Australia managed to score 28/0 before the game was cancelled.
