Travis Head’s Celebration Sparks Controversy,Navjot Singh Sidhu Calls for Action
Travis Head’s celebration after dismissing Rishabh Pant sparks outrage, Sidhu demands strict action for behavior
Travis Head’s celebration after dismissing Rishabh Pant sparks controversy, Navjot Singh Sidhu demands punishment
Travis Head’s unusual celebration after dismissing Rishabh Pant during the fourth Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) has sparked outrage, with former India cricketer Navjot Singh Sidhu labeling it obnoxious and demanding strict action.
Head, who struggled with the bat in both innings, scoring just 0 and 1, made a significant impact with the ball on Day 5. His part-time off-spin broke India’s crucial resistance when Rishabh Pant (30) hit a half-tracker straight to deep mid-wicket. Pant’s wicket triggered a dramatic collapse as India lost seven wickets in just over an hour, ultimately getting bowled out for 155 while chasing 340.
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What caused a stir was Head’s celebration after Pant’s dismissal. He made a peculiar gesture, forming a hole with one hand and repeatedly inserting his finger with the other. The act left many viewers shocked, with Sidhu among those condemning it strongly.
“Travis Head’s behavior during the Melbourne Test doesn’t suit the gentleman’s game. It sets a bad example for young viewers and insults not just an individual but a nation of 1.5 billion Indians,” Sidhu said on social media platform X. He called for stringent punishment to ensure such actions are not repeated.
The story behind THAT celebration from Travis Head on day five 🤣 #AUSvIND pic.twitter.com/hGMYUcZc4E
— cricket.com.au (@cricketcomau) December 31, 2024
Australia captain Pat Cummins defended Head, explaining the gesture as a lighthearted joke among teammates. “His finger gets hot, so he pretends to cool it with ice. It’s a running joke in the team. It wasn’t meant to offend anyone,” Cummins clarified after the match.
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India’s batting collapse left fans disappointed. Apart from Yashasvi Jaiswal’s impressive 84 and Pant’s 30, no other batter could resist Australia’s disciplined bowling. Jasprit Bumrah’s efforts with the ball, dismissing Head in both innings, were overshadowed by the loss.
With this victory, Australia leads the Border-Gavaskar Trophy 2-1, with one match remaining. Despite the on-field drama, Sidhu’s remarks have reignited debates on sportsmanship and the conduct of players in high-stakes matches.
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