India, Jan. 6 -- Travis Head delivered another masterclass in the ongoing Ashes, scoring histhird century of the series to put England under pressure at the Sydney Cricket Ground. With this feat, Head became the first Australian opener since Matthew Hayden in 2002-03 to hit three centuries in a home Ashes series.

He also surpassed a long-standing record held by Sir Don Bradman, highlighting the historical importance of his innings.

By lunch on Day 3, Head was 162 not out from 160 balls, hitting 24 fours and a six. He reached 150 in just 152 balls, making it the joint fourth-fastest 150 in Ashes history, beating Bradman's 166-ball mark from 1930. Head is also the only player to appear twice in the fastest Ashes 150s, having previously sc...