In a thrilling display of batting prowess, Abhishek Sharma led India to a stunning victory over New Zealand in the third T20 held in Wellington on October 1. Chasing a target of 199 runs, India achieved the feat in just 13.2 overs, finishing at 199-4.

New Zealand set a challenging score of 198-3, propelled by Daryl Mitchell's impressive 89 runs off 52 balls. Finn Allen contributed with a solid 40 runs from 25 balls, but the Indian bowlers managed to contain the damage despite the Black Caps' strong start.

The highlight of the match was Abhishek Sharma's breathtaking innings, where he scored a remarkable 113 runs from just 38 balls, including nine fours and 11 sixes. He reached his fifty in a mere 15 deliveries, showcasing his aggressive intent. Partnering with Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, who scored 45 runs off 19 balls, they set a new record for the highest powerplay score in international T20s at 118 runs.

Despite falling short of matching his own record for the fastest T20 century, which he set at 30 balls against Afghanistan last month, Abhishek's performance was instrumental in sealing the match.

With this victory, India now holds a commanding 3-0 lead in the five-match series, with two more matches and subsequent one-day internationals and Tests on the horizon. The match underlined the depth and talent within the Indian squad, leaving New Zealand to regroup ahead of the next encounter.