Travis Head and wife Jess subjected to social media abuse after Virat Kohli handshake snub

Australian cricket superstar Travis Head and wife Jess have been subjected to vile online abuse after the batter was involved in a tense on-field exchange with Indian legend Virat Kohli. The pair exchanged words multiple times during last Friday’s IPL clash between Head’s Sunrisers Hyderabad and Kohli’s Royal Challengers Bengaluru. WATCH THE VIDEO ABOVE: Travis Head trolled after Virat Kohli handshake snub Know the news with the 7NEWS app: Download today Arrow The Royal Challengers lost the match by 55 runs, but still did enough to top the standings heading into the playoffs. Kohli made just 15 runs, while Head made 26 but also picked up a wicket in his side’s victory.

Kohli then snubbed Head post-match when the two teams lined up for a customary handshake. Head’s hand was outstretched, but Kohli walked straight past. Fans of the Indian legend then flooded Head’s social media accounts with tens of thousands of disparaging comments. The relentless onslaught of abuse prompted Head to post a photo of himself hugging with his wife and daughter.

Jess also commented on the situation, saying: “We’ve been completely overwhelmed by the support we have received over the last 24 hours. “I am pleased by the broader conversation this situation has sparked about mental health and respect online.” Channel 7 commentator Bharat Sundaresan said it’s an “outright war” on social media when those two teams clash. “When those two teams play against each other, it’s outright war on social media. It can get pretty nasty and wild between the fans and obviously all the players just cop it,” he said. “There’s no grey area when it comes to this tribalism.” Both Head and Kohli eventually shook hands and made up, but it might not be the end of the firestorm with both sides facing the prospect of facing each other again the finals. Cricket Australia says it provides ongoing guidance and support for players and their families on how to manage social media trolls.