Glenn Phillips catch removes Australia’s No.3 Marnus Labuschagne in second Test against New Zealand
Marnus Labuschagne has powered Australia to a 94-run first-inning lead over New Zealand at Hagley Oval.
But the under-pressure No.3 was denied a fighting ton by Glen Phillips, who took a screamer at gully to remove him for 90.
The 29-year-old, playing in his 50th Test, turned his fortunes around following a run of outs, with six innings of 10 runs or fewer.
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By continuing you agree to our Terms and Privacy Policy.He was dismissed on lunch by Tim Southee (1-68), with Australia at 8-211 in response to the Black Caps’ first innings total of 162.
The visitors’ tailenders pushed the total to 256 all out, including 28 for Mitchell Starc - the second-highest score behind Labuschagne - with Matt Henry the pick of the bowlers for the Kiwis with 7-67.
Prior to his remarkable catch, Phillips also dismissed Alex Carey for 14, while Ben Sears (1-71) was the other wicket-taker for New Zealand.
