Abhishek Sharma’s 113 off 38 balls powered India to a 6‑wicket win over New Zealand in the third T20I, clinching a 3‑0 series lead.
India chased 199 in just 13.2 overs, with the opening duo stitching a 133‑run partnership: Abhishek’s nine fours and 11 sixes and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s 45 off 19.
The turning point came when Sanju Samson, fresh from a match‑winning 61, relinquished his opening slot to give the teenage Vaibhav Sooryavanshi a chance at No. 1, a move that paid off instantly.
Abhishek Sharma lauded Samson’s self‑less act, saying it “shows the hallmark of a great team.”
With the series now sealed, India heads into the fourth T20I on Friday, needing only a win to close the five‑match contest.