Travis Head's unique celebration after dismissing Rishabh Pant during the Boxing Day Test has stirred significant controversy and debate across social media platforms.

The gesture involved Head pointing his finger into a circle made with his other hand, which many perceived as vulgar or inappropriate

Travis Head celebration was a callback to a previous match where he humorously mentioned needing to "put the digit on ice" after a stellar bowling performance against Sri Lanka in 2022.

Channel 7 commentator James Brayshaw provided context for the gesture, explaining it as a lighthearted reference rather than an obscene act.

Australian captain Pat Cummins defended Head, stating that the celebration is part of an ongoing joke about needing to cool down his fingers after bowling well.

 Despite explanations, fans remain divided, with some finding the gesture funny while others deem it inappropriate for the cricket field.

 The incident has raised questions about potential disciplinary action, as obscene gestures can fall under Level 1 offenses in cricket regulations.

Cricket Australia initially shared footage of the incident on social media but quickly removed it, indicating awareness of the controversy it generated.

 India suffered a heavy defeat in the match, losing by 184 runs, overshadowed by the focus on Head's celebration rather than the game's outcome.