IPL 2024 auction: Australian opener Travis Head sold for 6.80 crore to Sunrisers Hyderabad

Travis Head played for the Royal Challengers Bangalore in IPL 2016 and 2017.

Travis Head, the dynamic Australian opener, is set to make a resounding comeback in IPL after a gap of six seasons. Renowned for his powerful strokeplay and boundary-hitting capabilities, Head’s return promises to inject newfound energy into the tournament. His aggressive style makes him a player to watch out for, and fans are eager to witness his explosive performances once again.

With recent success across all cricket formats, Travis Head has become the talk of the town. He won the ICC player of the month award in November 2023 cementing his status as a cricket sensation. As Head reenters in IPL, expectations are high from him to showcase his exceptional skills, scoring prolific runs and leaving an indelible mark on the upcoming season.

Travis Head sold to Sunrisers Hyderabad

Australian opener and part-time spinner Travis Head entered the IPL 2024 auction at a base price of 2 crores, and he got sold to Sunrisers Hyderabad for a whopping price of 6.80 crore. There was a bidding war for Travis Head between CSK and SRH.

Travis Head in the IPL previously

Travis Head, the hard-hitting Australian opener, is poised for a compelling return to the IPL, having previously played in the 2016 and 2017 editions while donning the RCB jersey. In IPL 2017, he showcased his aggressive batting style, scoring an impressive 151 runs at an average of 30.20, including a memorable unbeaten 75. Head managed to secure two wickets in 2017. Across two seasons, he played 10 matches, scoring 205 runs and taking two wickets.

As anticipation builds for his comeback, fans are eager to witness Travis Head’s explosive batting skills and potential contributions with the ball, adding an extra layer of excitement to the upcoming IPL season.

Renowned for his exceptional batting ability, Travis Head is a standout player, particularly in high-stakes encounters. His best performances came in the big matches, ICC World Test Championship finals of 2023 against India, where he showcased brilliance with a monumental score of 163, steering his team to a memorable victory. This knack for rising to the occasion continued in his ICC Cricket World Cup debut, marked by a stellar century against New Zealand, complemented by a crucial fifty in the semi-finals. He went on to score a century in the finals against India.

Head’s ability to deliver in pressure situations was further underscored as he clinched man of the match awards in both semi-finals and the finals, outclassing formidable opponents like India. He came into the auctions with a base price of 2 crore INR. Teams went for the opener, recognizing him as a potentially game-changing player capable of dominating the shortest format once he finds his rhythm.

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