Travis Head is an Australian international cricketer known for his explosive batting and ability to perform in high-pressure moments. Born on December 29, 1993, the 31-year-old left-hander currently serves as Australia’s Test vice-captain and is actively featuring in the 2025 Ashes series against England, where his counterattacking style continues to play a crucial role in the middle order.
Widely feared for his aggressive stroke play, one of the greatest moments of his career came during the 2023 ODI World Cup Final, where his unforgettable 137 against India secured Australia their sixth title, adding to his earlier Player of the Match heroics in the 2023 World Test Championship Final. Domestically, he represents South Australia and the Adelaide Strikers, and he last played the IPL 2025 season for Sunrisers Hyderabad, delivering impactful top-order innings throughout the campaign.
Personal Details
Detail
Information
Full Name
Travis Michael Head
Nickname
Head
Height
5 feet 10 inches (178 cm)
Date of Birth
December 29, 1993
Age
31 years
Place of Birth
Adelaide, South Australia
Playing Style
Aspect
Description
Batting Style
Left-handed
Bowling Style
Right-arm off-break
Primary Role
Top-order batter
Jersey Number
Format
Jersey Number
International
62
IPL
62
Debut Dates
Format
Date
Opponent
Venue
Test
October 7, 2018
Pakistan
Dubai International Cricket Stadium
ODI
June 13, 2016
West Indies
Warner Park, Basseterre
T20I
January 26, 2016
India
Adelaide Oval
IPL
April 20, 2016
Mumbai Indians
Wankhede Stadium
IPL Salary by Year
Year
Team
Salary (INR)
2016
Royal Challengers Bangalore
₹50 lakh
2017
Royal Challengers Bangalore
₹50 lakh
2024
Sunrisers Hyderabad
₹6.80 crore
2025
Sunrisers Hyderabad
₹14.00 crore
Net Worth and Assets
Type
Details
Estimated Net Worth
₹24 crore (approx. $3.5 million USD)
Assets
Properties in Adelaide, luxury cars, business ventures with his wife
Head’s wealth comes from his Cricket Australia contract, IPL earnings, franchise cricket participation in leagues like the Big Bash League, and brand endorsements with companies including Grey-Nicholls, Asics, Adidas, Kookaburra, and NRMA Insurance. His success on the international stage, particularly his match-winning performances in ICC tournaments, has significantly enhanced his commercial value and earning potential in recent years.
Teams Played For
Team
Years Active
Australia
2016
South Australia
2012
Adelaide Strikers
2013
Royal Challengers Bangalore
2016 – 2017
Yorkshire
2016
Sunrisers Hyderabad
2024
Education
Qualification
Institution
School
Trinity College, Gawler (South Australia)
University
N/A
Complete Career Stats
Format
Matches
Runs
Highest Score
Average
Strike Rate
100s
50s
Test
61
4,107
175
42.34
68.74
10
21
ODI
79
3,007
154*
43.57
105.73
6
14
T20I
47
1,197
91
29.19
156.67
0
2
IPL
38
1,146
102
34.73
173.87
1
8
Travis Head Recent Form – Last 5 Matches
Format
Opponent
Date
Runs
Venue
Test
England
November 24, 2025
68 & 21
The Gabba, Brisbane
Test
England
November 16, 2025
34 & 12
Adelaide Oval
ODI
India
October 23, 2025
45 (78)
Sydney Cricket Ground
ODI
India
October 21, 2025
22 (34)
Melbourne Cricket Ground
T20I
India
October 18, 2025
28* (15)
Perth Stadium
Career Highlights
Year
Achievement
2012
Made Sheffield Shield debut for South Australia at age 18
2015
Became youngest captain of South Australia at age 21
2016
Made international debut for Australia (T20I and ODI)
2018
Made Test debut against Pakistan in Dubai
2021-22
Won Compton-Miller Medal as Player of the Ashes series
2023
Player of the Match in World Test Championship Final (163 runs)
2023
Player of the Match in ODI World Cup Final (137 runs)
2023
First player to score centuries in two consecutive ICC finals in one year
2024
Became No. 1 ranked T20I batter in ICC rankings
2024
Leading run-scorer for Sunrisers Hyderabad with 567 runs (IPL)
2024-25
Won Allan Border Medal as Australia’s best male cricketer
2024-25
Leading run-scorer in Border-Gavaskar Trophy (448 runs)
Born in Adelaide, South Australia, Travis Head is 31 years old and stands 5 feet 10 inches tall. Over his career spanning multiple formats, he has represented teams like Australia, South Australia, Adelaide Strikers, and Sunrisers Hyderabad while establishing himself as a dynamic match-winner. His ability to perform under pressure in crucial matches, combined with his aggressive batting approach, has made him one of the most exciting cricketers of his generation.
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