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Abhishek Sharma’s 35-ball century seals India’s 3-0 series win

By Drooid · Oct 28, 2026, 10:25 UTC · How we work

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Summary

Abhishek Sharma hit a 35-ball century to power India to a six-wicket win over New Zealand.
The 35-ball hundred was the fastest Indian T20I century against New Zealand and tied Rohit Sharma’s Indian record.
The victory secured a 3-0 series lead and gave Sharma his 11th T20I century, overtaking Virat Kohli as India’s leader.

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Abhishek Sharma praised the coaching staff for intensive side-arm bowling drills that shaped his shot selection.
Abhishek Sharma highlighted a productive practice session on Monday, October 26, which he aimed to “manifest” in the innings.
Abhishek Sharma noted Vaibhav Sooryavanshi’s aggressive first over set the momentum for his century.
Abhishek Sharma said the team’s plan is to sustain early momentum throughout the remaining series matches.

History

India’s 5-run victory over Pakistan in the inaugural 2007 ICC World Twenty20 sparked a national T20 boom that later produced leagues and aggressive batting. The team’s three titles (2007, 2024, 2026) and 73.33% win rate illustrate that legacy, which today is reflected in Abhishek Sharma’s 35-ball century against New Zealand in international cricket.

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Historical Context

India’s 5-run victory over Pakistan in the inaugural 2007 ICC World Twenty20 sparked a national T20 boom that later produced leagues and aggressive batting. The team’s three titles (2007, 2024, 2026) and 73.33% win rate illustrate that legacy, which today is reflected in Abhishek Sharma’s 35-ball century against New Zealand in international cricket.

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