Jonty Rhodes acknowledges Glenn Phillips as the best fielder of this generation after Phillips' exceptional performances in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. Phillips amazed fans with stunning catches, including those of Virat Kohli and Shubman Gill. India won the final against New Zealand by four wickets, securing their third title.
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