New Zealand's Glenn Phillips scored his first Test century against England at The Oval on Friday, leading his team to a solid total of 391 on the second day of the second Test. The 28-year-old's innings was described as "leading New Zealand's charge" by commentators, as he anchored the visitors' reply after England had posted a competitive first-innings score.
Phillips, known for his aggressive batting in limited-overs cricket, displayed patience and composure on a pitch that offered assistance to the bowlers. His hundred came off 145 balls, featuring 14 fours and two sixes. The milestone was met with a standing ovation from the New Zealand dressing room and the traveling fans.
The Black Caps, trailing 1-0 in the series, will look to build on Phillips' effort and put pressure on England in the remaining days of the match.