Catch of the Tournament?’ – Glenn Phillips' Stunning Grab Compared to Jonty Rhodes

Phillips' Effort Draws Comparisons to Jonty Rhodes' 1997 Classic

The efforts made by Philips resembled a similar one by Jonty Rhodes in 1997, which classical cricket fans recalled. The South African star, in a similar position, made a similar effort to dismiss Sachin Tenadulkar. 

After 28 years, once again, an exceptional fielder dismissed a great batter. Following his stunning century against Pakistan, Kohli was seen as a crucial player for India in this match. His early dismissal put India under pressure, showing that a great fielder can impact the game at any stage.

The importance of fielding in cricket is often ignored by fans. However, time and again, legends like Jonty Rhodes, Paul Collingwood, Herschelle Gibbs, and Youvraj Singh have shown its importance with memorable efforts. Jonty Rhodes was the first to prove that fielding alone can turn a match around. Over time, fielding has improved a lot, and many brilliant players have emerged. Today, New Zealand’s Glenn Philips is considered one of the best and is often compared to the legendary Jonty Rhodes.