SUSSEX captain Travis Head has been praised by teammate David Warner after his century against England.

Head was in top form as he scored 112 not out on the second day of the first Ashes Test at the Gabba in Brisbane.

The 27-year-old was not at his best in his debut season for Sussex but was brought back to be the captain of the Championship side for the next season.

Head was a satisfied man at the close of play on Wednesday morning having laid claim to the third fastest Ashes century in history.

“I’m still pinching myself, I can’t quite work out for what happened over those couple of hours,” Head said.

“I found the first 20 runs really, really tough but the game opened up and I was able to take my opportunity. I’m playing for my country and loving doing it. It’s an amazing feeling to get another Test match hundred.

The Argus: Australia's Travis Head in action as England's Jos Buttler looks on during day two of the first Ashes test at The Gabba, Brisbane.Australia's Travis Head in action as England's Jos Buttler looks on during day two of the first Ashes test at The Gabba, Brisbane.

“I rode my luck in parts but I put Australia in a great position and I’m very privileged to be able to do that.”

Teammate David Warner has praised the Australis number five after he repaid the selector's faith.

Warner, who himself hit 94, said in an interview broadcast on BT Sport: “They did bowl well, they were relentless and hit that target short of a length all day.

“But what an entertaining innings by Travis Head. It was great to watch and put smiles on our faces.

“It has got to be up there for him. It was a tight battle with him and Ussie. To come out and play the way he did, that’s the Travis Head we know.

“That was extraordinary and I’m really happy for him.”

The hosts ended 196 runs in front of England on 343 for seven.