Head reached three figures on Day 5 (Image Source: X/@cricketcomau)

Gqeberha Test: Australia's Travis Head shines with 13th century

By Parth Dhall

Oct 22, 2026

04:15 pm

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What's the story

Travis Head rescued Australia from an early collapse on Day 4 of the 2nd Test against South Africa at St George's Park, Gqeberha. Head made a mark after Australia perished for 99 in response to SA's 425/9d in the first innings. With the visitors following on, the star opener kept the Proteas bowlers at bay. He completed his ton on the fifth morning.

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How Head rescued Australia

With a significant deficit, Head lost his opening partner, Nic Maddinson, in the third over. He added 92 runs with Marnus Labuschagne thereafter.

While Head held his fort, Australia were four down in the 48th over. The visitors resumed at 156/4 on Day 5, with Head reaching his ton after a delayed start due to rain.

He touched the mark off 151 deliveries.