India chased 132 in 17 overs, clinching the ODI by 8 wickets. Vaishnavi Sharma’s 5/39 at the 20th‑over mark turned the game, stumping opener Modester Mupachikwa and sealing the collapse.
The left‑arm spinner had already taken four wickets in the second match, but it was her match‑winning spell that silenced Zimbabwe. Pratika Rawal and Shafali Verma added unbeaten half‑centuries – 59 and 51 off 56 and 26 balls respectively – keeping the run rate high and the wickets on the line.
India’s bowlers, led by Shafali’s early wicket and Satghare’s first‑over strike, broke Zimbabwe’s rhythm. The 20‑year‑old Vaishnavi used flight and variation to unsettle the batting lineup, picking up key wickets and leaving the opposition unable to rebuild.
This victory cements a flawless 3‑0 sweep across both formats. It also marks the first bilateral ODI series between the two sides, giving Zimbabwe valuable experience against a top‑class side while boosting India’s standing in the women's rankings.
With the series over, India turns its eyes to the upcoming tri‑series in England, where the team will test its depth against stronger opposition.