NEW DELHI: The Border-Gavaskar Trophy stands delicately balanced at 1-1, and the upcoming Boxing Day Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) on December 26 is shaping up to be a decisive encounter. Among the numerous challenges facing the Indian team, the prolific form of Australian batter Travis Head looms large.
Head has been a standout performer in the series, amassing 409 runs at a stellar average of 81.80 across five innings, including two centuries. His commanding knocks of 140 in Adelaide and 152 in Brisbane have been pivotal in keeping Australia in contention. Neutralizing Head’s influence at the crease has become a primary focus for India.
