New Zealand allrounder Glenn Phillips praised Mitchell Santner’s outstanding efficiency, describing it as “incredibly impressive,” after their essential seventh-wicket partnership within the Dhaka Take a look at towards Bangladesh. The duo’s stand was pivotal in rescuing New Zealand from a precarious state of affairs as they chased 137 runs, with the crew at 69 for six on the fourth afternoon.
Phillips revealed that he shared his batting method with Santner throughout their partnership, emphasizing the significance of staying leg-side of the ball and utilizing arms and bats successfully. Santner embraced the recommendation, contributing an unbeaten 35 runs to the partnership.
“They were bowling really well at the time,” Phillips commented. “It was a real blessing for us to get to tea. We had a bit of chat, talked a bit about tactics. He has got incredibly fast hands. I let him in on my game plan, about staying leg-side of the ball and using my hands and bats to play the ball. He thought it was a good option for him as well. The way he came out after tea and really took it to the bowlers, the way he played the offies as well, it was incredibly impressive. It took the pressure off myself.”
Phillips, the top-scorer in each innings with scores of 87 and 40 not out, expressed his intent to keep up consistency in his batting method. He credited New Zealand’s eight-run lead on the finish of the primary innings for offering a psychological benefit over Bangladesh and instilling confidence of their second innings.
“Winning the toss was key for Bangladesh. It was a blessing to get ahead of their first innings total. Those eight runs made a lot of difference. It gave the boys the confidence in the second innings with the bat,” Phillips remarked.
Reflecting on his personal efficiency, Phillips, who additionally took eight wickets within the Take a look at collection, expressed satisfaction along with his position as a bowler. He highlighted the belief positioned in him by Tim Southee, regardless of restricted expertise, and acknowledged favorable situations for spinners within the collection.
“It was a dream of mine for a long time to actually bowl so many overs. To be able to take a few wickets as well. The process that I have actually been through has paid off. Timmy (Southee) had the confidence to go to me despite knowing that I don’t have the experience behind me, but thankfully the conditions were favorable to spinners.”
The Dhaka Take a look at proved to be a difficult however finally profitable encounter for New Zealand, with Phillips and Santner taking part in pivotal roles in securing a series-leveling victory.
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