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I think it is material because it makes his keeping serviceable not outstanding. Purely from De Kock's perspective, I don't think he is or ever will be world class with the gloves but it could take his already outstanding batting performances to another level without the gloves. Whether someone else keeps depends entirely on what you lose by having to clog up the batting line-up with another keeper v what you gain with De Kock playing as a pure bat.That’s the thing though - I agree about the last sentence, but it’s fairly immaterial as he makes very few mistakes for the reasons you outlined. Same as a batsman with a poor technique who still thrives through other strengths.
In terms of selection and value-add though his value isn't from his keeping is more my point.