Will O'Rourke Misses IPL Match, Travis Head Out
Travis Head's COVID-19 diagnosis has ruled him out of the crucial match, and his expected return on Monday may be too late to make a significant impact on the team's season. The team's struggles this season have been well-documented, and Head's absence will only add to their challenges.
Travis Head, the opening batter for SunRisers Hyderabad, will miss the team's IPL 2025 match against Lucknow Super Giants due to COVID-19, dealing a significant blow to the team's already dwindling playoff hopes.
Head had contracted the virus and was unable to travel with the team, but is expected to arrive in India on Monday and may be available for the remaining two matches. This season has been a struggle for Head, scoring just 281 runs, a significant drop from his 567 runs in 15 games during the 2024 season.
SunRisers Hyderabad head coach Daniel Vettori confirmed that Head tested positive and will not be able to participate in the match against Lucknow Super Giants on May 19. The team is already eliminated from playoff contention, making Head's absence a further setback for the squad.
The absence of Travis Head will be deeply felt by SunRisers Hyderabad, and the team will need to regroup and find alternative strategies to compensate for the loss of their key top-order batsman. With only two matches remaining, the team will be looking to end the season on a positive note, despite their elimination from playoff contention.