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In a historic performance during Day 1 of the 2023 World Test Championship (WTC) Final at The Oval, Travis Head scored his sixth Test century, marking the first-ever century in a WTC final. Head’s remarkable innings, which came off 106 balls, solidified his reputation as a formidable middle-order batsman.
Head’s century is particularly notable as it is the first in a WTC final, a milestone that eluded all players in the previous final between New Zealand and India. His aggressive approach from the outset was crucial for Australia, who were struggling at 76/3 when he came to the crease after the dismissal of Marnus Labuschagne.
Head speaks about his hundred
In a recently released show on Amazon Prime The Test Season 3, Head reflected on his knock in the Final of the World Test Championship. The series has gain quite a popularity amongst the cricket lovers and has been a hit since it has been released. Speaking on his knock, Travis Head said, “Every Dog has their day, don’t they?”
True to his nature, Head began his innings aggressively, taking advantage of the fuller lengths bowled by the Indian pacers. This attacking strategy not only stabilized the innings but also put pressure back on the Indian bowlers.
Head’s aggressive start set the tone for his innings. Within the first 16 balls, he hit six fours, quickly reaching 27 runs. This counterattacking approach surprised many, especially given the overcast conditions and Australia‘s precarious position.
ESPNcricinfo’s statistics reveal that Head’s control percentage during his century was 69%, the lowest for a Test century since 2014. This aggressive, risk-laden approach underscores the remarkable nature of his innings. Additionally, Head was the only batter in the 2021-23 WTC cycle to score over 1000 runs with an average above 50 and a strike rate over 70.
Head found an able partner in Steve Smith, and together they put on a partnership exceeding 150 runs for the fourth wicket. This partnership significantly bolstered Australia’s position in the match, laying a solid foundation for a commanding total.
Head’s form in the 2021-23 WTC cycle has been exceptional. He has scored over 1300 runs from 27 innings, including four centuries and seven half-centuries, underscoring his importance to the Australian batting lineup.
Travis Head’s century in the WTC final not only highlights his individual brilliance but also marks a significant moment in the history of the championship. His innings, characterized by aggressive stroke play and crucial partnerships, has set the stage for what promises to be an exciting contest between two of cricket’s powerhouses.
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