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Head’s Quickfire Innings & Milestone Highlight Australia’s Dominance Over India
Published: October 25, 2025, 12:02 PM IST
SYDNEY, Australia – Opener Travis Head’s aggressive start and record-breaking achievement were among the highlights as the Australian cricket team continued its winning streak against India, securing a 2-0 series lead.
Australia, after winning the toss for the second consecutive match, chose to bat first. Head, alongside Mitchell Marsh, propelled the team to a rapid start. Head blasted a quickfire 29 off 25 balls, including six boundaries, laying a solid foundation for the innings. Their opening partnership crossed the 60-run mark within the first nine overs.
However, Head’s innings was cut short by Mohammed Siraj, who claimed his wicket for the 19th time in international cricket.
Despite the dismissal, Head achieved a significant milestone, reaching 3000 ODI runs in just 2839 balls. He now holds the record for the fastest Australian to reach the milestone in only 76 innings, surpassing Steve Smith’s previous record of 79 innings. This feat also places him among the top four fastest players globally to reach this landmark.
Australia’s strong batting and bowling performances throughout the series have been key to their dominance. The series victory underscores their continued strength in ODI cricket.
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