In an era of fast-paced cricket and fleeting careers, Travis Head has carved a niche for himself as one of Australia’s most reliable match-winners in recent years —often thriving when the stakes are highest. From conquering India in the World Cup final with a broken finger to battling the emotional toll of the Border-Gavaskar Trophy, Head has managed to perform when it matters the most.
In this exclusive conversation with News18 CricketNext, the charismatic left-hander opens up about facing the mighty Indian side, the pressures of ICC tournaments, what makes BGT as intense as the Ashes, and how legends like Virat Kohli and Steve Smith have helped shape his approach to the game. Candid, thoughtful, and refreshingly grounded.