India claimed a crushing eight-wicket victory over New Zealand in the third T20 international in Guwahati, further solidifying their grip on the five-match series. The hosts' batting lineup was bolstered by Abhishek Sharma's explosive 14-ball half-century, which paved the way for Suryakumar Yadav to score a stunning 57 not out off 26 deliveries.
As New Zealand were restricted to 153-9 off their 20 overs, Glenn Phillips top-scoring with 48 off 40 balls, India needed just 155 runs to secure victory. Jasprit Bumrah took an impressive 3-17 for the hosts, while Hardik Pandya and Ravi Bishnoi chipped in with two wickets each.
India's batting line was bolstered by Abhishek's remarkable innings, which left only six players to have achieved this feat quicker in men's T20 internationals. The 25-year-old smashed seven fours and five sixes off the opposition bowlers before being joined by Suryakumar at the crease.
Together, they sealed India's eighth-wicket victory with consecutive boundaries as New Zealand struggled to contain their attack. Their dominating performance has given India an unassailable 3-0 lead in the series - a stark contrast to losing the preceding one-day international series against the Black Caps.
With the fourth T20 set for Visakhapatnam on Wednesday, India will look to defend their T20 World Cup title as hosts and co-hosts.
As New Zealand were restricted to 153-9 off their 20 overs, Glenn Phillips top-scoring with 48 off 40 balls, India needed just 155 runs to secure victory. Jasprit Bumrah took an impressive 3-17 for the hosts, while Hardik Pandya and Ravi Bishnoi chipped in with two wickets each.
India's batting line was bolstered by Abhishek's remarkable innings, which left only six players to have achieved this feat quicker in men's T20 internationals. The 25-year-old smashed seven fours and five sixes off the opposition bowlers before being joined by Suryakumar at the crease.
Together, they sealed India's eighth-wicket victory with consecutive boundaries as New Zealand struggled to contain their attack. Their dominating performance has given India an unassailable 3-0 lead in the series - a stark contrast to losing the preceding one-day international series against the Black Caps.
With the fourth T20 set for Visakhapatnam on Wednesday, India will look to defend their T20 World Cup title as hosts and co-hosts.
He's got some serious skills! And Suryakumar's 57 not out was pure magic 
I mean, who needs a traditional batting lineup when you've got a player like him? 
India's team chemistry is on point right now and its gonna be tough for New Zealand to catch up in this series 
. I mean, don't get me wrong, Abhishek Sharma's 14-ball half-century was insane! But, let's be real, Suryakumar Yadav's 57 not out off 26 deliveries? That's just a given at this point 
. India's team is looking pretty solid right now, but you can't count out New Zealand just yet 
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. Hardik Pandya and Ravi Bishnoi chipping in with two wickets each? That's all well and good, but they still had to take a lot of pressure off their backs.
Just saying.
abhishek sharma's 14-ball half-century was insane 
and suryakumar yadav's 57 not out off just 26 deliveries? mind blown 
plus jasprit bumrah taking 3-17 for the hosts, that's some serious bowling skills 
and hardik pandya and ravi bishnoi chipping in with two wickets each, india's winning streak is looking solid 
now they've got a chance to defend their t20 world cup title 
gotta keep an eye on this series, it's gonna be intense 
. Poor New Zealand just can't catch a break it seems like 
. India's batting line looked strong with Abhishek Sharma and Suryakumar Yadav putting on quite a show 
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. India's batting lineup is looking pretty solid right now. Can't wait to see how they do in Visakhapatnam 
! 14 ball half century is insane, i mean who needs that many balls to score that much? he's like the indian cricket version of virat kohli but even better 
what's got u thinking about the t20 world cup? 
! That Abhishek Sharma was 
. India's bowling attack is on fire 
. They need to keep this momentum going for the rest of the series. Can't wait for the next match in Visakhapatnam 
Abhishek Sharma's 14-ball half century was insane 
india's bowling was also on point with jasprit bumrah taking 3-17 for the hosts 
this win has definitely solidified their grip on the series 3-0 is a good lead to work with 