India Thrash New Zealand by Six Wickets as Abhishek Sharma's 35-Ball Century Seals T20I Series
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India defeated New Zealand by six wickets in Wellington, chasing 199 in just 13.2 overs to take an unassailable 3-0 series lead. Abhishek Sharma smashed a sensational 113 off 38 balls, including a 35-ball century, while Vaibhav Sooryavanshi contributed 45 off 19 deliveries.
Why it matters
India's explosive run chase highlights the team's aggressive T20 batting approach and growing depth of young talent. Abhishek Sharma's century and the record-breaking opening partnership demonstrate India's ability to dominate high-scoring matches away from home. The victory also secures the five-match series with two matches remaining.
What's next
India will aim to maintain its unbeaten run and potentially complete a 5-0 series sweep. New Zealand will look to regroup, improve its PowerPlay bowling and avoid another defeat when the teams meet in Auckland on October 30.
Key dates
- October 22: India win the first T20I in Christchurch.
- October 24: India win the second T20I to lead 2-0.
- October 27: Abhishek Sharma's 113 seals a six-wicket victory and a 3-0 series win.
- October 30: Fourth T20I scheduled in Auckland.
- November 1: Fifth and final T20I scheduled in Hamilton.
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