India beat New Zealand by six wickets in the third T20I in Wellington on 27 October 2026, sealing the five-match series with two games to spare. Chasing 199, India reached 199/4 in 13.2 overs after Abhishek Sharma smashed 113 off 38 balls.
New Zealand vs India 3rd T20I Result
New Zealand: 198/3 in 20 overs
India: 199/4 in 13.2 overs
Result: India won by 6 wickets with 40 balls remaining
Series: India lead 3-0 in the five-match series
Player of the Match: Abhishek Sharma
Venue: Wellington
Mitchell Leads New Zealand to 198
India elected to bowl and struck early, but New Zealand rebuilt through Daryl Mitchell. The batter stayed unbeaten on 89 as the hosts reached 198/3 from their 20 overs, setting India a target of 199.
Abhishek and Vaibhav Set a Blistering Pace
Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launched India’s chase with a 133-run opening partnership. India raced to 118 in the six-over powerplay, giving the visitors a commanding position in pursuit of a challenging target.
Sooryavanshi fell for 45, but Abhishek continued his assault, reaching his hundred from 35 balls. He eventually departed for 113 from 38 deliveries, leaving India close to victory.
India Complete the Chase and Win the Series
India completed the chase in 13.2 overs, finishing on 199/4 with 40 balls to spare. Abhishek’s innings earned him the Player of the Match award as the visitors extended their lead to 3-0.
The result follows India’s four-wicket victories in the first two matches. With two T20Is remaining, New Zealand can no longer draw the series.
Key Performances
- Abhishek Sharma: 113 from 38 balls; Player of the Match.
- Vaibhav Sooryavanshi: 45 in a 133-run opening stand.
- Daryl Mitchell: 89 not out for New Zealand.
- India: 118 runs in the six-over powerplay.
Sources
- BCCI — New Zealand vs India match centre
- Reuters — Abhishek century seals series
- Hindustan Times — match scorecard
Scores and performances were checked against the cited match coverage on 27 October 2026. The hero is an editorial illustration.