Travis Head Provides Update on Groin Issue After Sitting Out IND's 2nd Innings: 'Just a Little Sore, but..'

Head admitted to feeling slightly sore, but reassured fans that he will be fully prepared for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.

"Very pleased with the way I am batting at the moment. Just a little sore, but I should be fine (before the next game)," Head, who was adjudged the player of the match, said after the game.

The five-match series is tied 1-1 going into the Boxing Day Test after the drawn affair.

Former pacer Brett Lee called the visuals "worrying signs", noting Head’s limited movement, while former India head coach Ravi Shastri also expressed concern, describing the potential injury as a "body blow" for Australia.

Head did not take the field during India's second innings, fuelling further speculation.

"Travis, he'll be fine. It's a bit of a tight quad. He'll be fine for Melbourne," asserted his captain Pat Cummins.

The left-hander further reflected on his approach this series, attributing his success to adapting well to challenging conditions and staying composed at the crease.

The swashbuckling batter further talked about his batting approach and said he doesn't want to be rigid and has multiple plans to succeed in the middle.

"Challenging wicket. I had to work through the gears. I had different plans, pleased I could get through those. Good partnership with (Steve) Smith," he said on their centuries, contributing to their 241-run massive stand.

Head also talked about batting with Smith, who returned to the form which helped him play with more freedom.

"I just try to sum up the conditions well. What I've done well this series is assess the conditions. Pleased with the tempo I've batted with. Pretty relaxed communication. Felt like he was back in his rhythm, and he gives me full freedom and confidence knowing he's going to be there for a long while. I feel like I am playing the situation in front of me," he added.