Already in a season filled with disappointment, Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) has suffered another setback before the match against Lucknow Super Giants (LSG) in IPL 2025. His explosive opener Travis Head has come to Kovid-19 Test positive and he will not be able to play in the match to be held at the Bharat Ratna Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee Ekna Cricket Stadium of Lucknow tonight.
Confirming this, SRH’s head coach Daniel Vitori said, “Travis is coming yesterday. He was really covid, so he could not travel first. We will assess his situation after his arrival.” With only 7 points out of 11 sports, SRH’s campaign has already ended, but the absence of the head has further reduced any hope of saving respect in the remaining matches.
Travis Head struggle in IPL 2025: Hero to disappointing
After his brilliant performance in IPL 2024, where he scored 567 runs at an average of 40.50 and a bang of 191.55, Travis Head was expected to become the foundation stone for SRH’s title challenge this season. However, the left -handed player failed to repeat that form in IPL 2025, scoring only 289 runs in 11 matches at an average of 28.10, which still has a strike rate of 156.11.
Although his aggression continued, the head of the head manipulated the head of SRH affected SRH’s top order badly. His rare half -centuries showed a glimpse of his talent, but this season clearly revealed the speed and the lack of rhythm.
SRH campaign in IPL 2025: A forgetful season
After reaching the final last year, there were high expectations from the 2016 IPL Champion. But this season has been the story of missing occasions, unsuccessful stars and disappointing performances. With just 3 wins in 11 matches, SRH currently ranks eighth in the points table – only Rajasthan Royals and Chennai Super Kings.
The bowling unit has not shown intensity as last year, and the batting order has collapsed many times under pressure. The injury, the unavailability of the players and the poor form have disturbed them throughout the season.
What does the absence of Travis Head matter SRH vs. LSG?
Although SRH is out of the playoff race, their match against LSG is very important for the Lucknow team. LSG, who is in seventh place with 10 points, is still in the playoff race and cannot tolerate any kind of lapse. The absence of the head will definitely be a strategic benefit for KL Rahul’s team, especially given his ability to play the game in the powerplay.
On the other hand, SRH can use this opportunity to test your bench strength. Young players can come forward and leave their mark in the remaining part of their campaign.
WTC final preparations fast: Head’s fitness important for Australia
Beyond the IPL, it is very important for Australia to have a healthy head, as the final of the World Test Championship against South Africa in Lord’s is a few weeks away (June 11). Cricket Australia will keep a close watch on his health, as the head is an important player in his red-ball setup. Any effect of the virus may potentially disrupt Australia’s high-stake final plans.
