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‘Fell short with the ball’: Shreyas Iyer reflects on India's defeat, praises Glenn Phillips

India's captain Shreyas Iyer reflected on their defeat to New Zealand in the fourth T20I match. The team struggled with their bowling, allowing New Zealand to score 259 runs. Glenn Phillips' remarkable century played a crucial role in New Zealand's victory. Iyer emphasized the challenges faced by some players adapting to the playing conditions. He expressed confidence that the team will learn and…

‘Fell short with the ball’: Shreyas Iyer reflects on India's defeat, praises Glenn Phillips

Shreyas Iyer acknowledged that India fell short with the ball in the fourth T20I against New Zealand, as the hosts secured a 87-run victory after New Zealand posted a formidable 259/7 in Auckland. Glenn Phillips spearheaded the win with a brilliant century, scoring 107 off just 49 balls. Michael Bracewell also contributed significantly with a 65-run knock off 25 balls.

India, in turn, dismissed New Zealand for 172/9, taking control of the series 3-1. Iyer praised Phillips' exceptional batting, describing the New Zealand opener's shots as "pure bliss" and commended the player for his consistency throughout the series. Looking ahead, India plans to regroup and learn from this experience as they prepare for the final T20I in Hamilton.

Iyer recognized that adapting to the ground dimensions posed a challenge for some players unfamiliar with such conditions. However, he emphasized that India's performance in the first three matches showcased their capability to execute well, and he believes the team will build upon this learning curve in the upcoming match.

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