<p>Brisbane: Australia's man in form Travis Head played down concerns over his fitness after appearing to struggle with a potential groin issue during the rain-marred drawn third Test against India at the Gabba here on Wednesday.</p>.<p>Head said he expects to be "fine" for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.</p>.Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Third Test ends in draw as rain plays spoilsport.<p>The five-match series is tied 1-1 going into the Boxing Day Test after the drawn affair.</p>.<p>"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.</p>.<p>The 30-year-old, who has been in red-hot form with 409 runs at an average of 81.80 this series, noticeably struggled to run between the wickets during his brief innings of 17 on day five.</p>.<p>At times, he was seen clutching his groin, raising concerns among the commentators.</p>.<p>Former pacer Brett Lee called the visuals "worrying signs", noting Head’s limited movement, while Indian great Ravi Shastri also expressed concern, describing the potential injury as a "body blow" for Australia, given Head's big role in the batting lineup.</p>.<p>Head did not take the field during India's second innings, fuelling further speculation.</p>.<p>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.</p>.<p>"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.</p>.<p>"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.</p>.<p>"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. </p>
<p>Brisbane: Australia's man in form Travis Head played down concerns over his fitness after appearing to struggle with a potential groin issue during the rain-marred drawn third Test against India at the Gabba here on Wednesday.</p>.<p>Head said he expects to be "fine" for the Boxing Day Test in Melbourne.</p>.Border-Gavaskar Trophy: Third Test ends in draw as rain plays spoilsport.<p>The five-match series is tied 1-1 going into the Boxing Day Test after the drawn affair.</p>.<p>"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.</p>.<p>The 30-year-old, who has been in red-hot form with 409 runs at an average of 81.80 this series, noticeably struggled to run between the wickets during his brief innings of 17 on day five.</p>.<p>At times, he was seen clutching his groin, raising concerns among the commentators.</p>.<p>Former pacer Brett Lee called the visuals "worrying signs", noting Head’s limited movement, while Indian great Ravi Shastri also expressed concern, describing the potential injury as a "body blow" for Australia, given Head's big role in the batting lineup.</p>.<p>Head did not take the field during India's second innings, fuelling further speculation.</p>.<p>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.</p>.<p>"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.</p>.<p>"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.</p>.<p>"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. </p>