Glenn Phillips Switch Hit Six Video: Kiwi Star Pulls Off Stunning Shot Against Bhuvneshwar Kumar During IND vs NZ 1st T20I 2026
Glenn Phillips delivered a stunning unbeaten 82 runs off just 40 balls, capped off with an audacious switch hit boundary off veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, as New Zealand posted a formidable 225/4 against India in the first T20I at Hagley Oval, Christchurch. His masterclass left fans and pundits in awe of his batting prowess.
Glenn Phillips put on an unforgettable batting display at Hagley Oval today, October 22, 2026, smashing a blistering 82 not out from just 40 deliveries to power New Zealand to a commanding total of 225/4 against India in the first T20 International of the five-match series. His sensational innings reached its crescendo on the final ball, as the dynamic right-hander audaciously switched his stance to dispatch a Bhuvneshwar Kumar delivery for a boundary, leaving the Indian attack reeling. India vs New Zealand Live Streaming Online and Free Telecast, 1st T20I 2026.
Glenn Phillips Switch Hit Six Video
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Glenn Phillips' Masterclass Dominates Indian Bowlers
Phillips, aged 29, showcased his full repertoire of strokes, effortlessly finding the boundaries against a struggling Indian bowling unit. His scintillating knock was studded with eight fours and three massive sixes, played at an astounding strike rate of 205.00. The highlight, undoubtedly, was the final ball's switch hit, an extraordinary display of skill and confidence that encapsulated his fearless approach. Phillips also shared a crucial 73-run partnership for the fourth wicket with Bevon Jacobs, who contributed a quickfire 31.
India's Bowlers Endure a Forgettable Outing
New Zealand's innings began strongly with openers Finn Allen and Tim Seifert setting a rapid pace. Allen blazed 45 runs off just 24 balls, including five fours and two sixes, while Seifert added 24 off 17. However, it was the middle-overs onslaught led by Phillips that truly dismantled the Indian attack. For the first time in men's T20I cricket history, five Indian bowlers conceded 40 or more runs in a single innings, highlighting the Blackcaps' dominance and the visitors' struggle without pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah.
Veteran pacer Bhuvneshwar Kumar, aged 36, bore the brunt of some of Phillips' aggression, finishing his four-over spell with figures of 0/49. Axar Patel, Arshdeep Singh, Mayank Yadav, and Nitish Reddy also conceded heavily, struggling to contain the free-flowing Kiwi batsmen. Axar Patel returned figures of 1/51, Arshdeep Singh 1/45, Mayank Yadav 1/40, and Nitish Reddy 0/40. India vs New Zealand 2026 Series Full Schedule and Time Table.
Match Details & Where to Watch
This high-scoring encounter marks the opening match of the five-match T20I series between New Zealand and India. The series is set to thrill fans across various venues.
| Match Details | Information |
|---|---|
| Teams | New Zealand vs India |
| Competition | India Tour of New Zealand (5-match T20I series) |
| Match | 1st T20I |
| Date | October 22, 2026 (Thursday) |
| Venue | Hagley Oval, Christchurch, New Zealand |
| New Zealand Score | 225/4 (20 overs) |
| Phillips' Contribution | 82* (40 balls) |
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Glenn Phillips' sensational performance today not only set a strong tone for New Zealand in this bilateral series but also provided a masterclass in aggressive T20 batting. As India regroup ahead of the next encounter, the memory of Phillips' audacious switch hit will undoubtedly linger, promising an exciting series ahead.
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