Phillips’ Groin Injury Rules Him Out of Zimbabwe Tri-Series
New Zealand’s explosive all-rounder, Glenn Phillips, will miss the ongoing T20I tri-series in Zimbabwe. The injury occurred during the final of the Major League Cricket (MLC) 2025 on July 18, 2025.
Phillips suffered a right groin injury during the high-stakes MLC final. The severity of the strain forced his withdrawal from the tournament and subsequently, the Zimbabwe series.
This is a significant blow for the Kiwis, who will be without a key player in their batting and bowling line-up. The tri-series, also involving South Africa, is crucial for teams preparing for the upcoming World Cup.
The absence of Phillips puts extra pressure on the remaining New Zealand players to step up. His power-hitting and handy spin bowling will be sorely missed in the challenging Zimbabwean conditions. The team management will need to strategize effectively to compensate for this loss.
