Hyderabad: Australian opener Travis Head has made an explosive start to the 2025 Indian Premier League (IPL) season, picking up right where he left off in the previous year. Head, playing for Sunrisers Hyderabad (SRH), achieved a blistering half-century off just 21 balls during the opening match of the season against Rajasthan Royals (RR) at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium.

This remarkable 21-ball fifty marks Head’s fourth fastest in IPL history. Prior to this, the hard-hitting opener had already set impressive records with two 16-ball fifties and one 18-ball half-century in the league, further cementing his reputation as one of the quickest scorers in the competition.

The IPL 2025 season has seen other notable rapid fifties, including Ajinkya Rahane and Phil Salt, both achieving half-centuries in 25 balls during their respective matches. Meanwhile, Virat Kohli also made an impact with a swift 29-ball fifty in his contest against Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR).

Head, in the match against RR, was eventually dismissed by Tushar Deshpande, caught by Shimron Hetmyer

Head’s scintillating knock against RR has not only added to his personal tally of rapid half-centuries but has also set the tone for an exciting IPL campaign with SRH. Fans and pundits alike will be watching keenly to see how this dynamic opener continues his blistering form throughout the tournament.

As the IPL 2025 season unfolds, Head’s aggressive style and swift runs will surely be a highlight, keeping the pressure on his opponents and raising expectations for what promises to be another thrilling edition of India’s premier T20 tournament.