
New Zealand Glenn Phillips Wih Mitchel Santner (AP/Ptis) New Zealand versatile Glenn Phillips was expelled from the ongoing T20i Tri-Series in Zimbabwe due to the true groin injury suffered during the main league (MLC) 2025.Blackcaps Tri-Squad, who has already joined the Washington Freedom Squad as a cover for the MLC final, will continue to stay on the side of the T20i Tri-Series.Phillips was evaluated after arrival in Zimbabwe and the medical staff recommended several weeks of rehabilitation. He was also part of the test team, and his replacement was announced later.Several New Zealand players, including Michael Bracewell, Phillipsa, Mark Chapman and Rachin Ravindra, were attended by the MLC finals, required by temporary compensation for the Tri-series.
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Chief coach Black Caps Rob Walters expressed his disappointment in Phillips’s absence: “It is obviously disappointing to lose someone from Glenn’s caliber. Like Finn (Allen), we really feel for Glenn and that he misses.Phillips will return to New Zealand together with Jimmy Neesham and Mitch Hay, who were present in Zimbabwe as a coverage for the final participants of MLC.In their opening tournament match, New Zealand secured a 21-run victory against South Africa, with Tim Robinson scored undenosed 75, while Jacob Duffy and Matt Henry claimed each three goals.