IND vs NZ, Stat Wrap: India show no mountain is too high to climb after Guwahati epic

IND vs NZ, 3rd T20I statwrap: Abhishek Sharma's explosive knock powered India to a dominant win over New Zealand, sealing the series in record-setting fashion as multiple milestones fell in one of the fastest chases in T20 history.

Abhishek Sharma delivered a breathtaking display of power as India cruised past New Zealand in the third T20I in Guwahati, to take an unassailable lead in the series, producing a night rich in milestones. The opener set the tone with fearless intent from the outset, transforming the chase into a stunning exhibition and signalling India’s intent to redefine the shortest format.

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Partnered by captain Suryakumar Yadav, Abhishek Sharma ensured the pursuit became a mere formality. The pair rewrote several benchmarks for speed and dominance, turning what had seemed a competitive target into a routine finish well before the final overs. Yadav continued his rich run of form, adding authority and fluency to an innings that underlined India’s batting depth.

Earlier, Jasprit Bumrah’s sharp return with the ball had limited New Zealand and created the platform for the onslaught. Multiple team and individual records fell during the chase, reinforcing India’s growing reputation as one of the most explosive T20 sides in the world. The emphatic victory confirmed India’s supremacy and set the stage for further landmarks in the remaining matches.

Several records tumbled as India’s breathtaking chase turned the third T20 into a landmark night in the history of the format.

Most consecutive T20I series wins (among full member teams)