The 51st match of IPL 2025 will be played between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH) on Friday, May 2, at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad, starting at 7:30 PM IST.
As both teams look to gain momentum late in the season, one mini-battle that could decide the powerplay outcome is Travis Head vs Mohammed Siraj. Head, known for his fearless starts, and Siraj, a fiery powerplay specialist, are expected to clash early in the innings — making this face-off a key moment.
Travis Head vs Mohammed Siraj Head-to-Head Stats
| Category | Value |
|---|---|
| Runs Scored | 8 |
| Innings Faced | 1 |
| Balls Faced | 5 |
| Dot Balls | 3 |
| Fours | 2 |
| Sixes | 0 |
| Batting Strike Rate | 160.00 |
| Wickets Taken by Siraj | 1 |
| Bowling Strike Rate (Siraj) | 9.6 |
| Bowling Average (Siraj) | 8.00 |
| Extras Conceded | 0 |
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Expert Analysis: Who Holds the Edge?
Although the sample size is small, Mohammed Siraj has clearly won this battle so far. He dismissed Travis Head after just five deliveries in their only face-off. While Head started off aggressively with two boundaries, Siraj kept his nerve and struck back quickly.
Siraj’s bowling average of 8 and a strike rate of 9.6 in this matchup show that he doesn’t need many deliveries to make an impact — especially when operating with the new ball.
In IPL 2025, Travis Head is SRH’s x-factor in the top order. If he gets going, SRH can post a massive score. But Siraj is known for early breakthroughs, and with the new ball at Ahmedabad, he will look to trap Head once again.
This duel might last only a few balls — but it could decide the tone of the match. If Siraj removes Head early, SRH might struggle. But if Head survives the early storm, GT could be under pressure.
Travis Head vs Mohammed Siraj is one of those short but high-impact face-offs that make IPL so thrilling. One player wants to dominate with bat, the other with the ball — and both can tilt the match within minutes.
