IPL 2025: Travis Head Clarifies On-Field Exchange With Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis, Calls It “Just Banter”
Following Sunrisers Hyderabad’s recent match against Punjab Kings in IPL 2025, opener Travis Head has addressed the on-field verbal spat involving fellow Australians Glenn Maxwell and Marcus Stoinis. The exchange occurred during the ninth over of the high-intensity clash and quickly became a talking point among fans and experts.
What Happened During the Match?
The incident unfolded in the ninth over when Glenn Maxwell was brought into the attack. Travis Head, who was already looking dangerous, struck two consecutive sixes off Maxwell’s third and fourth deliveries. The shots appeared to frustrate the bowler, leading to an exchange of words between the two players.
Once the over concluded, Head approached Maxwell, prompting a more direct confrontation. The situation escalated briefly before the on-field umpire intervened to diffuse the tension. Moments later, Marcus Stoinis, who was fielding for Punjab Kings, also became involved in a separate exchange with Head.
Travis Head Breaks His Silence
Speaking after the match, Travis Head played down the incident. “You bring out the best and worst in each other when you know someone that well. It was nothing too serious, just a bit of banter,” the 31-year-old clarified at the post-match presentation.
Head also reflected on SRH’s successful chase and praised his team’s performance. “It feels good to get back on the winners list. It was an exceptional night for us. We knew the kind of total we were chasing, and we gave ourselves a real chance by staying patient early on.”
He added, “We’ve played on different pitches, but this one was clearly built for big scores. We’ve seen 270-280 being posted here before. Tonight, everything had to go perfectly to chase down 240 — and thankfully, it did.”
A Familiar Rivalry Between Mates
The interaction between Head, Maxwell, and Stoinis may have appeared heated, but the camaraderie between the three Australian players is well known. In high-stakes games like this, intense moments are not uncommon — especially when pride and points are on the line.
Despite the brief flare-up, the match continued without further incident, and SRH went on to secure an important victory in the 18th edition of the tournament.
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