New Delhi: Australian cricketer Travis Head And his wife Jessica has once again faced online abuse from some Indian cricket fans, including a heated IPL 2026 moment. Virat Kohli went viral. Jessica said that after the match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru, hateful comments and private messages were sent not only to her but also to her friends and family members.“It feels like a repeat of the post-World Cup abuse,” he told Australian media outlet The Advertiser.“I woke up to my social media blasting… we’re fine but they’re attacking my friends and family.”Jessica also revealed that similar abuse took place after Australia beat India in the 2023 ODI World Cup final, the World Test Championship final and the 2024 Boxing Day Test. Around this time, his young daughter also received disturbing threats online. He urged fans to show more respect on social media.“I think there’s an important conversation right now in all sports about mental health, attitudes and the way we talk to each other,” he added.“Passion will always be part of the game, but so is remembering that there are real people and families behind the game. Hopefully this will encourage more kindness and support for one another.”
What happened between Virat Kohli and Travis Head?
The latest controversy began during a IPL 2026 match between Sunrisers Hyderabad and Royal Challengers Bengaluru. During RCB’s chase, Kohli and Head exchanged words on the field when Head allegedly asked Kohli to play more attacking shots. Kohli responded sarcastically by asking Head, playing as an impact player, to bowl himself. As Kohli got out, Head hit back saying he didn’t get a chance to bowl, which Kohli didn’t like. After SRH won the match by 55 runs, Head tried to shake hands with Kohli during the post-match felicitation. However, Kohli walked past them without replying, while greeting the other SRH players normally. The moment quickly went viral on social media and sparked strong reactions online.
