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Travis Head Makes Ashes History with 500+ Runs at Blazing Strike Rate

Travis Head has made history by becoming the first batter to score over 500 runs in an Ashes series while maintaining a strike rate above 75. His 528 runs lead all scorers in the current series, featuring two centuries and a blistering strike rate of 87.12. On Day 2 of the final Test, he remained unbeaten on 91, helping Australia reach 166/2 in response to England's 384. While bowlers have dominated the series, Head's aggressive batting has been a decisive factor for Australia.

Key Points: Travis Head First to 500 Ashes Runs at 75+ Strike Rate

  • First to 500 Ashes runs at 75+ SR
  • Leads series with 528 runs at 87.12 SR
  • Has two centuries and a fifty
  • England's Joe Root trails with 394 runs
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Travis Head becomes first batter to cross 500 run mark in Ashes with 75+ strike rate

Travis Head becomes the first batter to score 500+ runs in an Ashes series with a strike rate over 75, leading Australia's charge in the final Test.

"Head is on fire, leading the charge with explosive batting as the highest run getter in the ongoing Ashes series. - Report"

Sydney, January 5

Playing his fifth Test in the ongoing Ashes series, Travis Head has become the first batter to rack up 500 in an Ashes series with a strike rate of more than 75.

Head has plundered 528 runs, the most by any batter in an Ashes series since Steve Smith made 774 in 2019, with still one innings to go.

Head crossed the 500 runs mark on the second Day of the fifth and final Ashes Test against England on Monday in Sydney.

Head is on fire, leading the charge with explosive batting as the highest run getter in the ongoing Ashes series with 528 runs at an average of 66.00 and a strike rate of 87.12, including two hundreds and a fifty in nine innings.

While England's Joe Root, who is the second-highest run scorer in the series, is far behind with 394 runs in nine innings. In a series where bowlers have dominated, Head's brilliant skills have been a game-changer for the hosts.

Coming to the match, Head's brilliant half-century has helped his side to trail by 218 runs in response to England's first innings score of 384 at the stumps on Day 2 of the ongoing fifth and final Ashes Test.

At stumps on Day 2, Australia were at 166/2 in 34.1 overs with Head (91* off 87 balls, including 15 fours) and nightwatchman Michael Neser (1* off 15 balls) staying unbeaten at the crease.

Brief Scores: England: 384 (Joe Root 160, Harry Brook 84, Michael Neser 4/60, Scott Boland 2/75) vs Australia: 166/2 (Travis Head 91*, Marnus Labuschagne 48, Ben Stokes 2/30).

- ANI

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Sarah B
As a cricket fan living in India, I love watching Travis Head bat. He's so entertaining! But it also shows how flat some of these Australian pitches have been. Bowlers must be having nightmares. Still, credit where it's due - 87 strike rate in a Test series is phenomenal.
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Ananya R
Brilliant innings! But honestly, I feel the coverage is a bit too Australia-centric. Where's the praise for Joe Root's 160? He's carrying the entire England batting on his shoulders. Head is playing well, but let's not forget the other performers. 🤔
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Vikram M
This is modern Test cricket! Strike rates matter even in the longest format. Head is showing how to put pressure back on the bowlers. Imagine if we had a left-hander like him in our middle order for the Border-Gavaskar Trophy. Australia looks really strong for the upcoming India series.
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Karthik V
91* off 87 balls! That's pure domination. While it's great to watch, it does make you wonder about the bowling quality. England's attack looks toothless without Archer and Wood at full tilt. Still, you can only play what's in front of you. Head is in the form of his life! 🔥
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Priya S
Amazing achievement. But as an Indian fan, my main takeaway is how we need to prepare for him when Australia tours next. Our spinners will have a different challenge against someone who attacks from ball one. Bumrah and Shami need to have plans ready for his aggressive approach.

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