Travis Head in a file photo; Credit:Instagram@travishead34

Travis Head contract 2024: Know everything about his contract length and salary

March 31, 2024April 7, 2024 Dhruv Patel

Travis Head is a fantastic Australian cricket player. Since his first game in 2016, Head showed he can bat well in all formats. Head has showcased his prowess as a versatile batsman capable of anchoring innings and providing explosive knocks when needed. In Tests so far, Head has scored 3173 runs across 49 matches. His average is an impressive 41.8. He has hit 7 centuries and 16 half-centuries too. Converting starts to big scores often. Head adapts his batting to suit any pitch conditions around the world. This makes him hugely valuable for Australia.

Travis Head has shown great skill in One Day games, scoring a huge 2397 runs from 65 matches. His average is 41.3, which is excellent. Head’s talent lies in building useful partnerships with teammates and increasing the run rate quickly. This has helped Australia win many limited-overs matches. Head is also very good at the shortest format, T20 cricket. Though he hasn’t played many T20 international games yet, his strike rate is an excellent 147.1. Being able to score fast runs in the middle order has made Head a valuable player for Australia’s T20 team. Overall, Travis Head performs well in all formats of cricket. His consistent high scores make him a key Australian player. If he keeps performing like this, it bodes very well for Australia’s future cricket success.

Name	Travis Head
DOB	29 December 1993
Position	Left-handed opening batsman
Domestic teams	South Australia (2011/12 -present) Adelaide Strikers (2012/13 -present) Royal Challengers Bangalore (2016-17) Yorkshire (2019) Worcestershire (2018) Sussex (2018) Sunrises Hyderabad (2024-present)
International matches	Test Matches: 49 One Day Internationals (ODIs): 65 T20 Internationals: 26
Century	Test (7/16)/ ODI (5/16)/ T20 (0/1)
Wickets	Test Wickets: 12 ODI Wickets: 18 T20I Wickets: 1
Net worth	$3.5 million USD (INR 24 crores)
Salary	$500,000 USD (INR 4 crore)

Early Life

Travis Head’s cricket journey started at six years old. Born on December 29, 1993, in Adelaide, Australia, he grew up playing backyard cricket. Head attended Trinity College, South Australia, for his early education. He lived in Craigmore, a northern suburb of Adelaide, playing for local clubs Craigmore Cricket Club and Trinity College. As a talented youngster, Head represented South Australia at under-17 and under-19 levels. At 17, he debuted in the National Under-19 Championships, showcasing his talent. Head then excelled in grade cricket for Tea Tree Gully Cricket Club. In 2012, he made his first-class debut for South Australia in the Sheffield Shield, transitioning to senior cricket.

Though Travis Head had early troubles getting his first big score, his potential was clear. He kept performing well, coming really close to triple figures many times. But through hard work and ability, he did reach major milestones. That set the stage for a promising career ahead.

Playing Style

Travis Head is an aggressive left-handed batter. He plays domestic games for South Australia and the Adelaide Strikers. Head is also a part-time right-arm off-spin bowler. Previously, Head was Australia’s Test team co-vice-captain. His batting style shows fearless stroke play. He often opens in limited-overs formats. In Tests, Head bats in the the middle-order.

Travis Head was the co-vice-captain of the Australian Test team. He brings leadership to the field along with his batting skills. In recent years, Head has greatly improved as a Test batter. He has scored brilliant centuries and made important contributions under pressure. His ability to handle the demands of the big stage shows his temperament and commitment to excellence. Whether batting or bowling, Travis Head’s dynamic presence impacts the game.

What are Travis Head’s contract details?

As per the reports, Cricket Australia (CA), formerly known as the Australian Cricket Board (ACB) has announced list of men’s cricket player. It includes the Australian left-handed batsman Travis Head as well. Head has received a contract from the IPL franchise Sunrises Hyderabad.

What is Travis Head’s contract duration?

The Cricket Australia’s (CA) Contract for men’s cricket players are valid for one year – from 2024-25. However, these contracts may be renewed or prolonged as the CA deems fit. Head was signed for an year at the 2024 IPL Auction by Sunrises Hyderabad.

How much Travis Head is getting paid?

As per the recent announcements of central contracts by the Cricket Australia for national men players, the average pay for a player will be around $951,000. In the 2024-25 contracts by the CA, a hike of 7.5% is observed in the pay as compared to that of previous year 2022-23, with $3.5 million being the highest and $367,000 the lowest amount paid annually. Also, Head gets paid a match fee of $20,000 for every Test match $20,000, $10,000 for ODI and $15,000 for each T20I match he plays.