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New Zealand vs Pakistan: Shadab Khan’s Spectacular Direct Hit Runs Devon Conway Out In T20 World Cup Semifinal. Watch | Cricket News
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New Zealand vs Pakistan: Shadab Khan’s Spectacular Direct Hit Runs Devon Conway Out In T20 World Cup Semifinal. Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] New Zealand vs Pakistan: Devon Conway was run out by Shadab KhanPakistan made a brilliant start to their semifinal clash against New Zealand as they picked up three wickets early in the innings to peg the Kiwis back. After Shaheen Afridi sent Finn Allen back early, Devon Conway and captain Kane Williamson stitched a partnership to steady the innings.But just when it seemed like the duo will build a strong foundation for the team, Shadab Khan produced a great piece of fielding to end Conway's stay.With Conway looking to steal a single by pushing the ball in the mid-off region, the Pakistan vice-captain reacted swiftly and produced a direct hit.Watch Video of Shadab Khan direct hit to dismiss Devon ConwayThe decision was referred to the third umpire and the replays found Conway just...
T20 World Cup, 1st Semi-final, New Zealand’s Predicted XI vs Pakistan: Will New Zealand Stick To The Same Combination? | Cricket News
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T20 World Cup, 1st Semi-final, New Zealand’s Predicted XI vs Pakistan: Will New Zealand Stick To The Same Combination? | Cricket News

[ad_1] The Kane Williamson-led New Zealand comfortably cruised into the semi-final of the ongoing T20 World Cup. The side topped the Group 1 table to earn the entry into the final 4 of the tournament. Now, they face Pakistan in the first semi-final of 2022 T20 World Cup at the Sydney Cricket Ground. While the team has performed well so far in the tournament, they have now come to a stage from where the losing side will simply head back to home.Here is what we think could be New Zealand's playing XI for the game -Finn Allen: The right-handed batter has scored only 91 runs across 4 matches at a poor average of 22.75. However, his strike rate has been really impressive -- close to 190.Devon Conway: The southpaw has scored 124 runs across four matches at an average of 41.33. His strike rate ...
New Zealand Become First Team To Qualify For T20 World Cup Semi-finals | Cricket News
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New Zealand Become First Team To Qualify For T20 World Cup Semi-finals | Cricket News

[ad_1] New Zealand qualify for T20 World Cup semis© AFPKane Williamson-led New Zealand on Friday officially qualified for the semi-finals of the ongoing T20 World Cup. The Blackcaps qualified as Australia were unable to score 180+ total in their match against Afghanistan and hence they would not be able to get ahead of New Zealand on the basis of net run rate. As a result of posting just 168 runs, Australia can best finish with a net run-rate of +1.877. While, New Zealand have a net run-rate of +2.113.As things stand right now, one team from Australia, Sri Lanka or England would join New Zealand to qualify for the semi-finals from Group 1 of the Super 12 stage.Skipper Kane Williamson hit a quickfire half-century as they hammered Ireland by 35 runs on Friday. Williamson's 35-ball 61 prope...
Kane Williamson Wants To Hit Top Gear With T20 World Cup Semi-Final In Sight | Cricket News
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Kane Williamson Wants To Hit Top Gear With T20 World Cup Semi-Final In Sight | Cricket News

[ad_1] New Zealand captain Kane Williamson said Thursday he was staying patient and working to hit top gear as the Black Caps look to clinch a Twenty20 World Cup semi-final berth against Ireland. New Zealand are in pole position on net run rate in Group 1 but level on points with England and Australia with one game remaining, meaning victory against Ireland in Adelaide should guarantee a semi-final spot. Williamson is one of the world's leading batsmen in Test cricket, but has often struggled with the demands of the shorter format where he bats at the key number three position.He has struggled to convert starts into bigger scores or to accelerate, with his strike rate at a modest 122.51 runs per 100 balls.He was at the crease for almost 13 overs, taking 40 balls and 57 minutes to make 40...
Moeen Ali Drops Sitter As Glenn Phillips Survives During England vs New Zealand T20 WC Match. Watch | Cricket News
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Moeen Ali Drops Sitter As Glenn Phillips Survives During England vs New Zealand T20 WC Match. Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] T20 World Cup: Moeen Ali drops Glenn Phillips' catch during New Zealand's chase vs England.Glenn Phillips' heroic effort went in vain as England defeated New Zealand by 20 runs in a Group 1 match between the sides on Tuesday in Brisbane. Chasing a target of 180 runs, New Zealand were restricted to 159 for 6 in 20 overs. While it looked like an easy win for the Three Lions, the Kiwis remained in hunt for long, thanks to Phillips' 62 off 36 balls. At a crucial stage in the game, Moeen Ali dropped a sitter to see the New Zealand batter survive but, England eventually won the contest despite Phillips scoring a brisk fifty.On the fifth ball of the 10th over bowled by Adil Rashid, Phillips tried to go for a big one on the leg side but he edged the ball in the process. The ball flew to t...
“Bowler Has The Right To…”: Glenn Phillips ‘ Take On Running Non-Striker Out  | Cricket News
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“Bowler Has The Right To…”: Glenn Phillips ‘ Take On Running Non-Striker Out | Cricket News

[ad_1] "It's my responsibility to make sure that I'm in the crease and leave at the right time," said New Zealand batter Glenn Phillips, adding that the bowlers are well within their rights to take off the bails if the non-striker is backing up. During New Zealand's T20 World Cup match against Sri Lanka, towards the end of his innings Phillips was seen squatting in a sprinter's stance at the non-striker's end and the moment Lahiru Kumara released the delivery, he rushed towards the striker's end."From a sprinter's start when you're trying not to be out of the crease as much as possible -- there's been a lot going around about Mankads and leaving the crease," Phillips said at the post-match press conference after New Zealand's win over Sri Lanka."At the end of the day, it's my responsibil...
New Zealand Star’s Awkward Injury While Fielding vs Sri Lanka In T20 World Cup Match. Watch | Cricket News
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New Zealand Star’s Awkward Injury While Fielding vs Sri Lanka In T20 World Cup Match. Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] Glenn Phillips felt some discomfort and thus behaved in a strange manner.© TwitterNew Zealand batter Glenn Phillips was at his best on Saturday as the player hit a sensational century to help his side beat Sri Lanka in a Group-1 clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground. The right-handed batter had a terrific first half of the game as he raced to his second T20I century in 61 balls before ending with a 104 off 64 balls. However, the second half of the match was not that good for the player as he hurt himself while trying to field the ball.On the third ball of the 14th over of Sri Lanka's chase, Kasun Rajitha hit a Lockie Ferguson delivery towards deep mid-wicket fielder Phillips.The player ran forward to his left from deep mid-wicket, covering good ground before he threw the ball quickly...
T20 WC: Glenn Phillips Hits 104 As New Zealand Crush Sri Lanka To Consolidate Top Spot In Group 1 | Cricket News
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T20 WC: Glenn Phillips Hits 104 As New Zealand Crush Sri Lanka To Consolidate Top Spot In Group 1 | Cricket News

[ad_1] Glenn Phillips smashed a powerhouse 104 and Trent Boult grabbed four wickets as New Zealand swept past Sri Lanka by 65 runs in Sydney on Saturday to put them in pole position to make the semi-finals at the T20 World Cup. New Zealand batted first and posted 167-7 with Phillips unstoppable, rescuing his team after the top order was blown away, losing Finn Allen, Doug Conway and Kane Williamson for 15 runs. Boult and Tim Southee then reduced Sri Lanka to 4-8 in the chase and there was no way back as they crumbled to 102 all out. Boult ended with a career-best 4-13.Phillips hit 10 fours and four sixes in his 64-ball knock -- the second century of the tournament, after South African Rilee Rossouw's 109 against Bangladesh, and only the 11th in T20 World Cup history."Incredible, any hund...
Relive Glenn Phillips Century vs Sri Lanka In T20 World Cup: Full Highlights | Cricket News
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Relive Glenn Phillips Century vs Sri Lanka In T20 World Cup: Full Highlights | Cricket News

[ad_1] T20 World Cup, New Zealand vs Sri Lanka: Glenn Phillips scored his second T20I century on Saturday.© AFPNew Zealand batter Glenn Phillips scored his second T20I century in the T20 World Cup game against Sri Lanka at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday. Phillips crossed the 100-run mark in 61 balls, having hit Maheesh Theekshana for a four towards the midwicket region. He hit 10 fours and four sixes as New Zealand ended their innings with a strong total. He was eventually dismissed on 104 (64) by Lahiru Kumara, before New Zealand posted a total of 167/7 after electing to bat.Talking about the match, New Zealand defeated Sri Lanka by 65 runs at Sydney Cricket Ground on Saturday to consolidate their top spot in Group 1 table of the Super-12 stage in the ongoing T20 World Cup.Glenn ...
Glenn Phillips’ Unique Sprinter-Like Start To A Run Is Cricket At Its Innovative Best. Watch  | Cricket News
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Glenn Phillips’ Unique Sprinter-Like Start To A Run Is Cricket At Its Innovative Best. Watch | Cricket News

[ad_1] Glenn Phillips' sprinter-like start for a run against Sri Lanka goes viral© TwitterRight-handed batter Glenn Phillips was at his absolute best in the ongoing T20 World Cup Super 12 Group 1 fixture against Sri Lanka as he played a 104-run knock to take New Zealand's total to 167/7 in 20 overs. Phillips brought up his century off just 61 balls and in his innings, he smashed 10 fours and 4 sixes. Allen came out to bat with New Zealand in a spot of bother at 7/2 in the 3rd over, but he along with Daryl Mitchell put on 84 runs for the fourth wicket to steady the ship.During Phillips' innings, one incident is being appreciated by fans on social media and it is regarding how the batter was backing up in the final over. The batter did not venture out of his crease when the ball was about ...