Twitter Reaction: Glenn Phillips’ all-round heroics in 2nd Test help New Zealand level the series against Bangladesh

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In a spectacular display of both batting and bowling prowess, Glenn Phillips emerged as the hero for New Zealand, orchestrating a remarkable turnaround to secure a thrilling four-wicket victory against Bangladesh in the second test. This triumph leveled the two-match series at 1-1 after Bangladesh had dominated the first test with a commanding 150-run runs.

New Zealand levels series with Glenn Phillips’ brilliance​

As the battleground shifted to Mirpur’s Shere Bangla Stadium, New Zealand faced a challenging target of 137 on a treacherous track, and at 69/6, the situation looked dire. However, Phillips, who had already top-scored with 87 in the first innings, joined forces with all-rounder Mitchell Santner (35*) in a resilient seventh-wicket partnership worth 70. This not only rescued New Zealand from collapse but also secured a much-needed victory.

Phillips’ All-Round performance​

Phillips’ impact wasn’t limited to the second essay; he played a pivotal role in the first innings, guiding New Zealand to a slender eight-run lead with his explosive innings as the visitors scored 180 after Bangladesh were bowled out for 172.. His all-round contribution extended to the bowling department, where he claimed three crucial wickets. Phillips eventually won the Player of the Match award for his terrific all-round performance.

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Azaz Patel’s bowling masterclass restricts Bangladesh in second innings​

The outstanding performance by Azaz Patel, who claimed six wickets, restricted Bangladesh to a modest 144 in their second innings. The lone resistance for Bangladesh came from Zakir Hussain, who fought valiantly with a score of 59.

Bangladesh misses opportunity to top WTC points table​

With this loss, Bangladesh missed an opportunity to surpass Pakistan at the top of the World Test Championship (WTC) 2023-2025 points table. Meanwhile, New Zealand made a significant entry onto the table, with Bangladesh now in second place and New Zealand at eighth.

Here’s how Twitter reacted:

Glenn Phillips, playing his third Test match, ends with 127 off 120 balls for once out to seal a four-wicket win in a game with a highest team score of 180

— Ben Gardner (@Ben_Wisden) December 9, 2023

The best part of Glenn Phillips is his uncluttered mind. No real seeds of doubt in his head.

If he feels the ball has to be hit, he will go for it.

— Bharath Ramaraj (@Fancricket12) December 9, 2023

Glenn Phillips with two priceless knocks in this Test – a match winning performance (and let's not forget his wickets either)

He's only played 3 Tests, and all away from home #BANvNZ pic.twitter.com/EHvrbVkVEs

— ThePoppingCrease (@PoppingCreaseSA) December 9, 2023

IMHO Glenn Phillips has produced the best across-innings performance in a Test match in 2023.

— Abhishek Mukherjee (@ovshake42) December 9, 2023

Ajaz Patel picks 6 wickets in the second Bangladesh innings#cricket #BANvsNZ #CricketTwitter pic.twitter.com/flgbnd3R9a

— CricketTimes.com (@CricketTimesHQ) December 9, 2023

What a player, Glenn Phillips

In the first innings, he came out to bat when NZ were 46/5 and scored a 72-ball 87.

In the second innings, he came out to bat when NZ were 51/5 and scored an unbeaten 40* to take the visitors to victory! #BANvNZ pic.twitter.com/lTJ0M5R64q

— Sameer Allana (@HitmanCricket) December 9, 2023

That's quite the Test match from Glenn Phillips#BANvNZ

— Andrew McGlashan (@andymcg_cricket) December 9, 2023

December 2022: R Ashwin and Shreyas Iyer deny Bangladesh after the hosts got into a winning position at Mirpur.

December 2023: Glenn Phillips and Mitchell Santner deny Bangladesh after the hosts got into a winning position at Mirpur #BANvNZ

— CricBlog ✍ (@cric_blog) December 9, 2023

An unbeaten partnership of 70 that feels like it was worth about 300. Love your work Glenn Phillips and Mitchell Santner #BANvNZ

— The Top Order Podcast (@Toporderpod) December 9, 2023

Glenn Phillips > Philips shaver
Glenn Phillips > Phillips Curve
Glenn Phillips > Lou Diamond Phillips
Glenn Phillips > Wilson Phillips

— Daniel McHardy (@SnakeMcHardy) December 9, 2023

Series Level 1-1 #BANvsNZ
Glenn Phillips 82 & 40* at Turning Track#GlennPhillips

— Rashid Latif | (@iRashidLatif68) December 9, 2023

Dutch-Bangla Bank Test Series 2023
Bangladesh New Zealand | 2nd Test

New Zealand won by 4 wickets

Full Match Details: https://t.co/T3QHK95rOi#BCB | #Cricket | #BANvNZ pic.twitter.com/5N3K6qO7F4

— Bangladesh Cricket (@BCBtigers) December 9, 2023

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