While his profile also includes wicketkeeping skills, Phillips emphasizes that this role hindered his development as a complete all-rounder. Quoted by Stuff.co.nz, he stated, “I did it [keeping] for the IPL last year – it was my biggest regret.”Feeling Undervalued as a BowlerThe Kiwi player expressed frustration at not being consistently considered a genuine bowling option. The recently concluded first Test against Australia presented an opportunity for Phillips to showcase his bowling talent. I think that mindset change really helped, especially against a side like Australia.”Can Phillips Cement His All-Rounder Status? However, Phillips’ fifer serves as a powerful statement of his bowling capabilities.

Source: Stuff March 05, 2024 10:11 UTC