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In the third T20I of the five-match series, India defeated Zimbabwe by 23 runs at the Harare Sports Club, taking a 2-1 lead. Shubman Gill and Washington Sundar were the standout performers, helping India post a competitive total and defending it successfully.

India’s Batting Performance

Opting to bat first, India got off to a solid start with openers Shubman Gill and Yashasvi Jaiswal putting on 67 runs for the first wicket. Gill, in particular, was in sublime form, scoring 66 off 49 balls. Ruturaj Gaikwad also played a crucial innings, adding 49 off 28 balls. Despite the efforts of Zimbabwean bowlers Sikandar Raza and Blessing Muzarabani, who took two wickets each, India managed to post 182 for 4 in their 20 overs.

Zimbabwe struggled early in their chase, losing five wickets for just 39 runs within the first seven overs. Washington Sundar was instrumental with the ball, claiming 3 for 15 in his four overs. Although Dion Myers (65) and Clive Madande provided some resistance with a 77-run partnership for the sixth wicket, Zimbabwe could only reach 159 for 6, falling short by 23 runs.

With this victory, India achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first team to register 150 wins in T20I history. This landmark underscores India’s dominance in the shortest format of the game. Pakistan is the next closest team, with 142 wins. The win against Zimbabwe also marked another milestone for the young Indian team as they continue to build momentum in the series.

Key Performers

• Shubman Gill: Top-scored for India with 66 runs off 49 balls.
• Ruturaj Gaikwad: Contributed a crucial 49 off 28 balls.
• Washington Sundar: Picked up 3 wickets for 15 runs, earning the Player of the Match award.
• Sikandar Raza: Took 2 wickets and provided a brief batting resistance.
• Dion Myers: Top-scored for Zimbabwe with 65 runs.

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History Beacons for India

With this victory, India became the first team in T20I history to register 150 wins. This landmark achievement highlights India’s dominance in the shortest format of the game. Pakistan is next in line with 142 wins.

India: 182/4 in 20 overs (Shubman Gill 66, Ruturaj Gaikwad 49; Sikandar Raza 2/28, Blessing Muzarabani 2/34)

Zimbabwe: 159/6 in 20 overs (Dion Myers 65, Clive Madande 34; Washington Sundar 3/15, Avesh Khan 2/30)

India’s balanced performance with both bat and ball ensured their victory in the third T20I against Zimbabwe. Shubman Gill’s stellar innings and Washington Sundar’s effective bowling were the match’s highlights, helping India take a crucial lead in the series. The next match will be pivotal for both teams as India aims to seal the series while Zimbabwe looks to bounce back.