Travis Head vows to stay Australia’s Test opener after century in Gqeberha

Travis Head’s 121 in the second innings at Gqeberha marked his fourth hundred since being promoted to opener last summer, though Australia still lost the Test in Cape Town. The innings ended a personal slump of six scores under 25 that had sparked debate over his optimal batting position. Head insisted his mindset is fully committed to opening and that his technique does not change between No.5 and the top of the order.

He also rejected suggestions of any team uncertainty about his role, despite recent low scores against Bangladesh and South Africa. The upcoming opening partnership at Newlands is still undecided, with Matt Renshaw likely to open alongside Head if Nic Maddinson is omitted. Head’s former No.5 slot continues to be a strong position for Australia, highlighted by Cameron Green’s recent century at No.5.