Auckland, Oct. 30 -- New Zealand's Glenn Phillips has turned the ongoing T20I contest against India into a personal record-breaking campaign, becoming the highest run-getter in a bilateral T20I series against the country with an imposing 276-run tally.

More than just the volume of runs, Phillips' achievement stands out for the company he has left behind. His tally has eclipsed West Indies' Shai Hope, who scored 261 runs against India in 2026, while England's Harry Brook occupies the third spot with 229 runs.

Phillips' prolific run has also strengthened his reputation as one of the most dangerous middle-order batsmen in the shortest format. He has now registered three T20I centuries while batting at number four or lower, joining India's Su...