AUS vs ENG 1st Test: Travis Head scores hundred in 69 balls, second-fastest in Ashes
Travis Head on Saturday scored a century in 69 balls during the second day of the first Test against England in Perth.
This was the second-fastest century by a batter in an Ashes Test, overtaking Gilbert Jessop’s ton off 76 balls against Australia in 1902.
Adam Gilchrist holds the record for the fastest century in an Ashes match, getting to the three-figure mark in 57 balls in 2006.
Head also bettered his previous fastest Test ton (85 balls) with this innings. For Australia, this was the joint-third fastest in Tests, equalling Warner’s century against India in Perth in 2011.
The left-hander was asked to open the innings for Australia with debutant Jake Weatherald after designated opener Usman Khawaja was struggling with an injury. Head’s quickfire essay put Australia on course for the 205-run chase.
Published on Nov 22, 2025
