Indian Premier League Auction 2024 Twitter Reactions

'Kaviya ma'am galat player chunti nahi' - Fans react as SRH rope Travis Head for 6.80 crore INR at IPL 2024 mini-auction

Twitter Reactions; Indian Premier League Auction 2024: SRH played their cards right to rope in the in-demand Travis Head for a mere 6.80 crore INR.

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Travis Head (Source: Twitter)

In the recent IPL 2024 auction held in Dubai, Australian batsman Travis Head emerged as a sought-after player, securing a significant contract with Sunrisers Hyderabad for an impressive sum of Rs. 6.8 crore. The auction unfolded with a fierce bidding war primarily between Chennai Super Kings and Sunrisers Hyderabad.

The bidding for Head commenced with Sunrisers Hyderabad taking the lead, emphasizing his notable title as Player of the Match in the World Cup semifinals and finals. Chennai Super Kings joined the fray, sparking a competitive back-and-forth in the bidding process. Ultimately, Sunrisers Hyderabad clinched the deal, successfully acquiring the services of the dynamic Australian batsman.

Teams displayed a clear willingness to make a substantial investment in Travis Head, recognizing his outstanding performance in the ODI World Cup earlier in the year. His pivotal role in Australia's World Cup triumph included a remarkable innings of 137 runs off 120 balls in the final against India. Throughout the tournament, Head accumulated 329 runs in six innings at an impressive average of 54.83.

In a noteworthy contrast to the previous year's auction, where he went unsold at a base price of Rs. 2 crore INR, the current auction showcased a remarkable turnaround in Head's fortune, underlining the heightened demand for his cricketing skills. Travis Head had previously been associated with Royal Challengers Bangalore in the 2016 and 2017 seasons. The renewed interest from multiple teams underscores the acknowledgement of his cricketing prowess and recent stellar performances.

Taking a look at Travis Head’s career so far

Travis Head initiated his cricketing journey with South Australia in the 2011-12 season, swiftly establishing himself as a promising batsman. He achieved success in domestic cricket, representing South Australia in the Sheffield Shield and contributing to the Adelaide Strikers in the Big Bash League (BBL). Recognized for his aggressive playing style and ability to score quickly, Head has been a valuable asset to his teams.

Having made his international debut for Australia in a T20I against India in January 2016, Head later ventured into One Day Internationals (ODIs) with his debut against the West Indies in June 2016.

Beyond his batting prowess, Travis Head has assumed leadership roles, notably captaining the Adelaide Strikers in the BBL. His consistent presence in the Australian national team across formats underscores his importance, consistently contributing with the bat and playing a crucial role in the middle order for Australia's Test team.

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