"I definitely swore...": Travis Head officially announces end of Mohammed Siraj feud
Published - 08 Dec 2024, 03:13 PM | Updated - 08 Dec 2024, 11:37 PM
Australian middle-order batter Travis Head ended his on-field feud with Indian bowler Mohammed Siraj that occurred during the second Test between the two teams. Travis Head said that Mohammed Siraj took the initiative to settle their differences, adding that their earlier incident was a misunderstanding.
Head played a crucial role in Australia's first innings in Adelaide, scoring 140 runs off 141 balls. However, his altercation with Siraj stole the spotlight on Day 2. The heated exchange occurred after Siraj dismissed Head. Siraj gave Head an animated send-off, which provoked a verbal response from the batter.
Mohammed Siraj and Travis Head Seen "Clarifying Things" After Send-off Controversy
During the press conference, the left-handed batter expressed disappointment over the Indian fast bowler's behavior following his dismissal. Before the third day began, Siraj defended his actions, accusing Head of lying about the incident. Siraj stated that he had only responded to abuse directed at him.
Head and Siraj appeared to put their altercation behind them. When Siraj came out to bat, Head, who was positioned at short leg, engaged in a friendly chat to clarify his comments. It is worth mentioning that Head later took the catch of Siraj to end India's second innings of the match in Adelaide.
Just a couple of mates clarifying things...#AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/XzcInyAKLK
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Mohammed Siraj Said It Was A Little Bit of a Misunderstanding - Travis Head
Speaking to ABC Sport, Travis Head revealed that he and Mohammed Siraj resolved their misunderstanding. Head said that he could have handled the situation differently. Head emphasized that they decided to move on.
"Sweet with it. He came out and just said [it was] a little bit of misunderstanding … I think we'll move on. We've had a great week, so let's not let it ruin it," Head said.
"It was fine. He said, 'Why'd you swear?' I sort of said, 'Look, I didn't at first … [but] I definitely swore at you the second time round. I probably could have laughed it off and walked off and enjoyed myself. He just said it was a misunderstanding as well, and there was no issues for me. We move on. I'm sweet. It is what it is,” he added.
Australia Secures 10-Wicket Victory in Adelaide to Level Series
The series is currently tied 1-1 after Australia’s dominant 10-wicket victory in the second Test in Adelaide. Chasing a modest target of 19, Australia wrapped up the match with ease.
They maintained their winning record in pink-ball Tests with an eighth consecutive win. India had previously won the first Test by 295 runs in Perth under Jasprit Bumrah's captaincy.
The two teams will now face off in the third Test at The Gabba in Brisbane, scheduled to begin on December 14, with both sides eager to take the lead.
