India Dominate New Zealand in Guwahati, Take Unassailable 3–0 T20 Series Lead
India delivered a commanding performance to defeat New Zealand by eight wickets in the third T20 international at the ACA Stadium in Guwahati, racing to the target inside 10 overs and wrapping up an unbeatable 3–0 advantage in the five-match series.
Led by skipper Suryakumar Yadav, the hosts produced an all-round display that left the visitors with little room to recover. The chase was powered by explosive batting at the top, turning the contest into a one-sided affair within minutes.
Abhishek Sharma’s Blistering Knock
Opening batter Abhishek Sharma stole the spotlight with a stunning 68 from just 20 deliveries, dismantling the New Zealand bowling attack from the outset. His innings included a flurry of boundaries and towering sixers, and he reached his half-century in only 14 balls — the second-quickest by an Indian in T20 international history.
Suryakumar Yadav played the perfect supporting role before accelerating himself, finishing unbeaten on 57 off 26 balls to ensure there were no late nerves.
Bumrah Named Player of the Match
Earlier in the evening, India’s bowlers had laid the foundation for the emphatic victory, with Jasprit Bumrah producing a match-winning spell that restricted New Zealand to a modest total. His impact with the ball earned him the Player of the Match award.
The disciplined bowling effort ensured the target never looked threatening, setting the stage for the rapid chase that followed.
Next Match in Visakhapatnam
With the series already sealed, the focus now shifts to the fourth T20, scheduled to be played in Visakhapatnam on Wednesday. New Zealand will look to salvage pride, while India may experiment with their line-up after securing the series.
The convincing win underlined India’s depth in the shortest format and capped another memorable night for the home crowd in Guwahati.
