South Africa were in a comfortable position, batting at 202/4 in their second innings, with a lead of 233 runs. The match was balanced, with both the teams trying to get an upper hand. But the sensational moment came in the 59th over of South Africa’s innings as Matt Henry came in to bowl.
Keegan Petersen, batting on 43, eyed a delivery that was pitched outside off and went for the cut shot. However, what followed was nothing short of extraordinary. Petersen’s blade made contact, sending the ball flying uppishly towards the gully region.
Phillips reacted with lightning speed, Phillips leaped to his right and plucked the ball out of thin air with his outstretched right hand. The crowd erupted in disbelief as Phillips’ one-handed stunner sent Petersen back to the pavilion. The magnificent catch not only broke a vital partnership but also injected lifted the New Zealand side.
Glenn Phillips jumped like a bullet.
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Having won the first Test at Mount Maunganui, Kiwis are looking to seal the series 2-0. The match is at a crucial juncture with two days remaining. New Zealand require 227 runs for a clean sweep while the visitors need nine wickets to level the series.
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