NEW DELHI: Australian batter Travis Head‘s scintillating knock against India in the third Test at The Gabba has drawn significant attention, with former Indian Premier League (IPL) star Shreevats Goswami praising his unorthodox technique.
Goswami, who has represented several IPL franchises like Royal Challengers Bengaluru, Kolkata Knight Riders, Rajasthan Royals, and Sunrisers Hyderabad, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday to highlight how Head’s success in international cricket proves that one doesn’t necessarily require textbook technique to score runs at the highest level.
Goswami also emphasised that Head’s reliance on hand-eye coordination and his ability to stay leg-side of the line of the ball are key elements of his game.
“Travis Head is a perfect example how you don’t require 100% technique to get runs at the highest level. Stays leg side of the line of the ball and relies very much on hand eye cordination. Also this tells you that if you back your “strength” you will succeed. learning for young players,” Goswami wrote.
Following rain-impacted Day 1 of the Gabba Test, Day 2 of the match saw Head score his ninth Test century just before tea, steering the hosts towards an imposing total.
He was instrumental in Australia’s innings, which looks commendable with a score of 378/6 at the time of writing.
Head’s approach to batting is different from the conventional techniques most often taught, yet it’s been remarkably effective. Despite his unorthodox style, his ability to read the game and execute under pressure has earned him success.
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Throughout his knock, Head demonstrated a great balance between defence and aggression, bringing the best of both worlds to his innings.
However, Head’s remarkable innings came to an end at 152 when he was dismissed by Jasprit Bumrah in the 87th over of the first innings.
After dominating the Indian bowlers with his aggressive and free-flowing stroke play, Head attempted to continue his counter-attack but edged a delivery to wicketkeeper Rishabh Pant.
His dismissal came shortly after tea, halting a fantastic knock that included 16 boundaries and six maximums.
