In the wake of Australia’s 3-2 series triumph over England, stand-in ODI skipper Mitchell Marsh has sung the praises of Travis Head’s bowling capabilities. Head, a part-time off-spinner, played a crucial role in the series, finishing with six wickets across four matches at an impressive economy rate of 5.63. His standout performance came in the fifth ODI in Bristol, where he claimed match-winning figures of 4 for 28.
The Australian bowling attack heavily relied on spin during the series, particularly in the middle and death overs, allowing part-timers like Head, Matt Short, and Marnus Labuschagne to contribute significantly. In the decisive fifth ODI, Australia employed 32.2 overs of spin, with Head bowling 6.2 overs, dismissing centurion Ben Duckett and dismantling England’s lower order.
Mitchell Marsh on Travis Head’s Bowling
“Travis is a very underrated bowler,” Marsh stated after the match. “Every time he bowls, he seems to change the game in a way. He’s a great character, and we always love his celebrations. It’s great to have as many options as we can, especially when conditions change and it starts spinning a bit later in the innings.”
Head’s bowling prowess has been evident in critical situations before, including a vital spell of 2 for 21 during the 2023 ODI World Cup semi-final against South Africa. His all-round contributions against England not only earned him the Player of the Match award but also the Player of the Series accolade, having amassed 248 runs in four matches at an impressive strike rate of 120.97 and an average of 82.66.
Reflecting on his recent performances, Head said, “I am moving well, doing things well, and enjoying this environment. While I would have liked to play better knocks in a couple of games, it was a good opportunity to contribute. We need to ensure we get up and running as we head into the home season.”
With Australia’s home season set to begin in November against Pakistan, followed by the eagerly awaited Border-Gavaskar Trophy against India, Travis Head‘s form will be crucial for the team’s success across formats.
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