Dubai, March 1 -- New Zealand all-rounder Glenn Phillips had special praise in store for Virat Kohli ahead of the India stalwart's 300th ODI game.

Virat stands on the verge of adding another feather to his cap. The batting maestro will become just the seventh Indian star to reach the 300 ODI appearance milestone if he is named in the playing XI for the final group stage match against the Kiwis on Sunday in Dubai.

New Zealand's 'superhuman' athlete showered praise on Virat for the legacy he has built over the years and for setting it as an inspiration to many aspiring young cricketers.

"Obviously, he's an incredible player. And to know him a little bit personally myself is awesome. He's obviously an incredibly hard worker, and what he's...