October 27, 2026 4:08 PM
Abhishek Sharma’s 35-Ball Century Powers India to Series-Clinching Win Over New Zealand
Abhishek Sharma smashed a blistering 35-ball century as India defeated New Zealand by six wickets in the third T20 International in Wellington on Tuesday, securing an unassailable 3-0 lead in the five-match series. The Indian opener struck 113 off just 38 deliveries, including 11 sixes and nine fours, as the visitors chased down a target of 199 in 13.2 overs, with 40 balls to spare. Sharma and 15-year-old Vaibhav Sooryavanshi provided an explosive start, scoring 26 runs off the opening over bo...