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Phillips: India T20 Was Great For Cricket
24 Oct
Summary
- Phillips described the close T20I against India as a fantastic, great match.
- India successfully chased a record 226 runs in the Christchurch match.
- Phillips revealed practicing his left-handed batting during IPL nets.
Glenn Phillips lauded the closely contested first T20 International between New Zealand and India as a "fantastic" and "great for cricket" spectacle. The match, held at Hagley Oval in Christchurch, saw a remarkable run-fest culminating in India successfully chasing a record total of 226 with four wickets remaining.
Phillips, who scored an unbeaten 82 in the opener, highlighted how such exciting games draw fans back to stadiums. He also discussed the necessity of rest and recovery for players during the T20 series' quick turnaround, mentioning activities like golf and a scenic flight to Newton Peak and the Southern Alps.
The New Zealand batter further elaborated on his surprising switch to batting left-handed against Bhuvneshwar Kumar, a tactic he has honed during his Indian Premier League (IPL) net sessions. He views utilizing opportunities like the IPL to upskill, including practicing with his non-dominant hand, as crucial for player development.
