India secured an unassailable 3–0 lead in the five-match T20 International series against New Zealand after a commanding six-wicket victory in the third match in Wellington on October 27.
Opening batter Abhishek Sharma delivered a sensational performance, smashing 113 runs off just 38 balls, including 11 sixes and nine fours. He reached his century in only 35 deliveries, putting India firmly in control of the chase.
New Zealand had posted 198/3 in 20 overs, powered by Daryl Mitchell’s unbeaten 89. India responded aggressively, reaching 199/4 in just 13.2 overs to seal the win with 40 balls remaining.
Young opener Vaibhav Sooryavanshi also impressed with a blistering 45, as the pair helped India record a remarkable 118 runs in the six-over powerplay—the highest in men’s T20 Internationals.
The victory underlined India’s formidable batting strength and secured the series with two matches still to play.
Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 | 1:51 PM IST