New Zealand vs India Full Commentary, 3rd T20I, 27 October, 2026
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Abhishek Sharma,
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Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy lands it on a good length outside off stump to start the chase. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sends it away for four to open his account. India begin their pursuit with early boundary runs.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 no ball, Jacob Duffy lands it on a good length targeting the stumps, but oversteps to concede a no-ball as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi presses forward.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 2 runs, Jacob Duffy lands a good length delivery on the stumps, and the batter works it away to take two.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Jacob Duffy pitches this on a good length outside off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in a comfortable rhythm.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, Jacob Duffy pitches one full on the stumps, and the batter works it away to rotate the strike with one.
Jacob Duffy to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Jacob Duffy serves this on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma lofts it cleanly all the way over the ropes for six, keeping the chase comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Abhishek Sharma, 5 wide, Jacob Duffy delivers a short ball on the stumps that sails way over the batter, who steps forward as it flies past for five wides.
Jacob Duffy to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Jacob Duffy hits a good length around off stump, worked away to retain the strike with one run.
End of over 1 (26 runs)
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Adam Milne hits a good length around off stump, and the batter cannot find a way through.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Milne delivers a full-length ball around off stump. Abhishek Sharma steps forward and lofts it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase moving comfortably.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Adam Milne lands it on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma presses forward and lofts it cleanly all the way over the ropes for six. A comfortable start to the chase continues.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Adam Milne lands this on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma drives cleanly through the infield to pick up four runs, keeping the chase moving along smoothly.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Adam Milne fires in a yorker outside off stump, squeezed away to rotate the strike with a single.
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Adam Milne hits a back of a length on the stumps, and the batter cannot find a run.
End of over 2 (17 runs)
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Bracewell lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma dispatches it away to the rope for four, keeping the chase comfortable. That brings up the fifty partnership.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Michael Bracewell pitches it full length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma sends it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in completely comfortable territory.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Michael Bracewell lands an off-spinner on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma steps forward and cuts firmly to send it away for four. The chase continues without any alarms.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around leg stump, nudged away to rotate the strike with a single. The chase is moving along without any alarms.
Michael Bracewell to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launches it cleanly all the way over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in complete control.
Michael Bracewell to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter defends, keeping the chase moving along comfortably without any alarms.
End of over 3 (21 runs)
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Kyle Jamieson serves a full length ball outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma cracks it away to find the fence for four, keeping the chase comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Kyle Jamieson hits a back of a length on the stumps, and the batter defends it without score.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Kyle Jamieson serves this full outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma lifts it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase entirely comfortable. He brings up a blazing fifty.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in complete control.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma sends it away to the fence for four, keeping the chase completely comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Kyle Jamieson serves up a full toss outside off stump. The batter fails to make it count, sending it straight into the ring for no run.
End of over 4 (20 runs)
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Adam Milne starts with a pinpoint yorker on the stumps. The batter can only jam it out safely for no run in this comfortable chase.
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Milne lands it on a good length on the stumps, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launches it over the ropes for six. India are in complete control of this chase.
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, Adam Milne lands it on a good length around leg stump, and the batter clips it away for one.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Adam Milne targets the stumps with a full-length delivery. Abhishek Sharma sends it away for four, keeping the chase completely comfortable.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Adam Milne errs in his radar from a back of a length on the stumps, sending it wide to concede one extra. India are moving along without any alarms in this chase.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Adam Milne hits a back of a length delivery on the stumps, and the batter defends it away for no run. With the chase well in hand, he is content to let that one pass.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Adam Milne lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma dispatches it away to the fence for four. That also brings up the century partnership in supreme comfort.
End of over 5 (16 runs)
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy lands it on a good length around the stumps. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi presses forward and finds the fence for four, keeping the chase moving along with total ease.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy serves a full length delivery outside off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sends it cleanly to the ropes for four, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Jacob Duffy lands this back of a length on the stumps, and the batter is unable to take a run. The target remains well
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Jacob Duffy fires in a yorker on the stumps. The batter cannot squeeze it away, but the chase remains completely comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy serves a good length delivery on the off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dispatches it away for four runs, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Jacob Duffy drops it back of a length outside off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi steps forward and sends it soaring over the ropes for six. India are cruising in this chase. That brings up his fifty.
End of over 6 (18 runs)
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Bracewell lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in complete control.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Michael Bracewell pitches it full length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter defends it into the pitch for no run.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump, and the batter defends safely with no run taken. In this comfortable chase, India stay firmly on course without any alarms.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Michael Bracewell slips this full length delivery down the leg side, and the umpire signals a wide. One extra added to the total in this comfortable chase.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Michael Bracewell pitches it full outside the off stump, and the batter punches it away for a single. The chase remains entirely comfortable.
Michael Bracewell to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, Full length around off stump from Michael Bracewell, pushed away for an easy single to keep the chase moving along.
End of over 7 (15 runs)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi c D Mitchell b M Fisher 45 (19) Matthew Fisher to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, c D Mitchell b M Fisher, OUT! Matthew Fisher strikes on a good length on the stumps. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hangs in the crease to drive, only to be caught by Daryl Mitchell. India remain comfortable in this chase.
Matthew Fisher to Sanju Samson, 2 no ball, Matthew Fisher oversteps with a fast, good-length delivery outside off, and Sanju Samson hangs back to cut for one run.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Matthew Fisher lands it on a good length around the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it high and clean over the ropes for six, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Matthew Fisher lands this on a good length outside off, but it strays too wide for the umpire's liking. An extra run added to the total as the chase continues comfortably.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Fisher lands it on a good length around off stump. Abhishek Sharma lofts it cleanly all the way for six, cruising along in this chase.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, 2 runs, Matthew Fisher bowls a good length delivery on off stump, and the batter works it away to pick up two runs.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Pitched full outside the off stump, pushed away to turn the strike over for one run.
Matthew Fisher to Sanju Samson, 1 wide, Fisher slips a yorker down the leg side, straying off line to concede an extra with the chase fully comfortable.
Matthew Fisher to Sanju Samson, Four, Fisher lands this on a good length around off stump. Sanju Samson picks it up cleanly and beats the field for four, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
End of over 8 (23 runs)
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Mitchell Santner nails a yorker on off stump. The batter cannot squeeze it away, resulting in a dot ball as India cruise toward the target.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Pushed off the back foot from a good length around off stump, easing it away for one. The chase stays well in hand.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands this on a good length around leg stump, nudged away for a single. The chase remains completely comfortable.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Mitchell Santner serves up a full toss on off stump, knocked away for one run to keep things moving along comfortably.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner pitches it full on the stumps, and he eases it away to collect a single.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Mitchell Santner pushes an off-spin delivery on a good length outside off stump, but it strays too wide. The batter hangs in the crease looking to defend and misses, conceding an extra run to the total.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Full length on the stumps from Mitchell Santner, nudged away for a single as the chase moves along easily.
End of over 9 (6 runs)
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Kyle Jamieson starts with a full length ball on the stumps, worked away for one. The chase continues without any alarms.
Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length on the stumps, worked away for an easy single in this comfortable chase.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Kyle Jamieson drops one back of a length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma pounces on it and finds the boundary with ease as the chase stays entirely comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Kyle Jamieson bowls a good length delivery on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, cruising toward the target without any alarms.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Jamieson lands this back of a length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma moves forward and sends it away for four, keeping this chase
Abhishek Sharma c G Phillips b KA Jamieson 113 (38) Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, no run, c G Phillips b KA Jamieson, Kyle Jamieson delivers, and the batter steps forward to defend cleanly. No run taken with the chase remaining completely comfortable.
End of over 10 (16 runs)
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner bowls a full length delivery on the stumps, worked away into the open spaces for one.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 2 runs, Mitchell Santner lands it on a good length outside off stump, and he presses forward to push it away for two runs. The chase continues without any alarms.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 1 run, Mitchell Santner pushes a full length delivery outside off stump, knocked away for one as the chase remains well in hand.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner floats a full delivery on the stumps, worked away for one as the chase stays entirely comfortable.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands a good length on the stumps, eased away for one to keep this comfortable chase moving.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Full length on the stumps from Mitchell Santner, and he knocks it away to collect one run.
End of over 11 (7 runs)
Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Kyle Jamieson lands a good length delivery on the stumps, worked away for one run.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around off stump. No run taken as the chase stays entirely comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter defends, unable to take a run.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around off stump, and the batter cannot find a way through. With only thirteen needed, the chase remains entirely under control.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, 1 leg bye, Jamieson lands a good length delivery around off stump. The batter presses forward and they scamper through for a leg bye.
Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, Four, Jamieson lands it on a good length around the stumps. Sanju Samson finds the rope for four, bringing the target down to single digits with complete ease.
End of over 12 (6 runs)
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands this on a good length around off stump, and it is worked away for a single.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner bowls full length on the stumps, worked away for one as the comfortable chase continues.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Mitchell Santner lands this on a good length around off stump. The batter defends, keeping it scoreless with the chase well in hand.
Shreyas Iyer c G Phillips b M Santner 5 (10) Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, no run, c G Phillips b M Santner, Mitchell Santner serves up a full toss on off stump. The batter cannot capitalize and fails to score.
Mitchell Santner to N. Tilak Varma, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter presses forward to push a single.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner bowls a good length delivery on the stumps, worked away for one as the chase stays comfortable.
End of over 13 (4 runs)
Sanju Samson b KA Jamieson 18 (13) Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, no run, b KA Jamieson, Kyle Jamieson pitches it full on the stumps. He hangs in the crease to drive, but it is stopped for no run.
Kyle Jamieson to Naman Dhir, Four, Kyle Jamieson overpitches around off stump. Naman Dhir pounces on the offering and sends it racing away to the boundary for four.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy lands it on a good length outside off stump to start the chase. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sends it away for four to open his account. India begin their pursuit with early boundary runs.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 no ball, Jacob Duffy lands it on a good length targeting the stumps, but oversteps to concede a no-ball as Vaibhav Sooryavanshi presses forward.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 2 runs, Jacob Duffy lands a good length delivery on the stumps, and the batter works it away to take two.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Jacob Duffy pitches this on a good length outside off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in a comfortable rhythm.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, Jacob Duffy pitches one full on the stumps, and the batter works it away to rotate the strike with one.
Jacob Duffy to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Jacob Duffy serves this on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma lofts it cleanly all the way over the ropes for six, keeping the chase comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Abhishek Sharma, 5 wide, Jacob Duffy delivers a short ball on the stumps that sails way over the batter, who steps forward as it flies past for five wides.
Jacob Duffy to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Jacob Duffy hits a good length around off stump, worked away to retain the strike with one run.
End of over 1 (26 runs)
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Adam Milne hits a good length around off stump, and the batter cannot find a way through.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Milne delivers a full-length ball around off stump. Abhishek Sharma steps forward and lofts it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase moving comfortably.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Adam Milne lands it on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma presses forward and lofts it cleanly all the way over the ropes for six. A comfortable start to the chase continues.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Adam Milne lands this on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma drives cleanly through the infield to pick up four runs, keeping the chase moving along smoothly.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Adam Milne fires in a yorker outside off stump, squeezed away to rotate the strike with a single.
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Adam Milne hits a back of a length on the stumps, and the batter cannot find a run.
End of over 2 (17 runs)
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Bracewell lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma dispatches it away to the rope for four, keeping the chase comfortable. That brings up the fifty partnership.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Michael Bracewell pitches it full length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma sends it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in completely comfortable territory.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Michael Bracewell lands an off-spinner on a good length outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma steps forward and cuts firmly to send it away for four. The chase continues without any alarms.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around leg stump, nudged away to rotate the strike with a single. The chase is moving along without any alarms.
Michael Bracewell to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launches it cleanly all the way over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in complete control.
Michael Bracewell to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter defends, keeping the chase moving along comfortably without any alarms.
End of over 3 (21 runs)
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Kyle Jamieson serves a full length ball outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma cracks it away to find the fence for four, keeping the chase comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Kyle Jamieson hits a back of a length on the stumps, and the batter defends it without score.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Kyle Jamieson serves this full outside off stump. Abhishek Sharma lifts it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase entirely comfortable. He brings up a blazing fifty.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in complete control.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma sends it away to the fence for four, keeping the chase completely comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Kyle Jamieson serves up a full toss outside off stump. The batter fails to make it count, sending it straight into the ring for no run.
End of over 4 (20 runs)
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Adam Milne starts with a pinpoint yorker on the stumps. The batter can only jam it out safely for no run in this comfortable chase.
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Milne lands it on a good length on the stumps, and Vaibhav Sooryavanshi launches it over the ropes for six. India are in complete control of this chase.
Adam Milne to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, Adam Milne lands it on a good length around leg stump, and the batter clips it away for one.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Adam Milne targets the stumps with a full-length delivery. Abhishek Sharma sends it away for four, keeping the chase completely comfortable.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Adam Milne errs in his radar from a back of a length on the stumps, sending it wide to concede one extra. India are moving along without any alarms in this chase.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Adam Milne hits a back of a length delivery on the stumps, and the batter defends it away for no run. With the chase well in hand, he is content to let that one pass.
Adam Milne to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Adam Milne lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma dispatches it away to the fence for four. That also brings up the century partnership in supreme comfort.
End of over 5 (16 runs)
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy lands it on a good length around the stumps. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi presses forward and finds the fence for four, keeping the chase moving along with total ease.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy serves a full length delivery outside off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi sends it cleanly to the ropes for four, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Jacob Duffy lands this back of a length on the stumps, and the batter is unable to take a run. The target remains well
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, Jacob Duffy fires in a yorker on the stumps. The batter cannot squeeze it away, but the chase remains completely comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Four, Jacob Duffy serves a good length delivery on the off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi dispatches it away for four runs, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Jacob Duffy to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, Six, Jacob Duffy drops it back of a length outside off stump. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi steps forward and sends it soaring over the ropes for six. India are cruising in this chase. That brings up his fifty.
End of over 6 (18 runs)
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Bracewell lands it on a good length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase in complete control.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Michael Bracewell pitches it full length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter defends it into the pitch for no run.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Michael Bracewell lands it on a good length around off stump, and the batter defends safely with no run taken. In this comfortable chase, India stay firmly on course without any alarms.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Michael Bracewell slips this full length delivery down the leg side, and the umpire signals a wide. One extra added to the total in this comfortable chase.
Michael Bracewell to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Michael Bracewell pitches it full outside the off stump, and the batter punches it away for a single. The chase remains entirely comfortable.
Michael Bracewell to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, 1 run, Full length around off stump from Michael Bracewell, pushed away for an easy single to keep the chase moving along.
End of over 7 (15 runs)
Vaibhav Sooryavanshi c D Mitchell b M Fisher 45 (19) Matthew Fisher to Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, no run, c D Mitchell b M Fisher, OUT! Matthew Fisher strikes on a good length on the stumps. Vaibhav Sooryavanshi hangs in the crease to drive, only to be caught by Daryl Mitchell. India remain comfortable in this chase.
Matthew Fisher to Sanju Samson, 2 no ball, Matthew Fisher oversteps with a fast, good-length delivery outside off, and Sanju Samson hangs back to cut for one run.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Matthew Fisher lands it on a good length around the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it high and clean over the ropes for six, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Matthew Fisher lands this on a good length outside off, but it strays too wide for the umpire's liking. An extra run added to the total as the chase continues comfortably.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Fisher lands it on a good length around off stump. Abhishek Sharma lofts it cleanly all the way for six, cruising along in this chase.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, 2 runs, Matthew Fisher bowls a good length delivery on off stump, and the batter works it away to pick up two runs.
Matthew Fisher to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Pitched full outside the off stump, pushed away to turn the strike over for one run.
Matthew Fisher to Sanju Samson, 1 wide, Fisher slips a yorker down the leg side, straying off line to concede an extra with the chase fully comfortable.
Matthew Fisher to Sanju Samson, Four, Fisher lands this on a good length around off stump. Sanju Samson picks it up cleanly and beats the field for four, keeping the chase entirely comfortable.
End of over 8 (23 runs)
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, no run, Mitchell Santner nails a yorker on off stump. The batter cannot squeeze it away, resulting in a dot ball as India cruise toward the target.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Pushed off the back foot from a good length around off stump, easing it away for one. The chase stays well in hand.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands this on a good length around leg stump, nudged away for a single. The chase remains completely comfortable.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Mitchell Santner serves up a full toss on off stump, knocked away for one run to keep things moving along comfortably.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner pitches it full on the stumps, and he eases it away to collect a single.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 wide, Mitchell Santner pushes an off-spin delivery on a good length outside off stump, but it strays too wide. The batter hangs in the crease looking to defend and misses, conceding an extra run to the total.
Mitchell Santner to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Full length on the stumps from Mitchell Santner, nudged away for a single as the chase moves along easily.
End of over 9 (6 runs)
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, 1 run, Kyle Jamieson starts with a full length ball on the stumps, worked away for one. The chase continues without any alarms.
Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length on the stumps, worked away for an easy single in this comfortable chase.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Kyle Jamieson drops one back of a length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma pounces on it and finds the boundary with ease as the chase stays entirely comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Six, Kyle Jamieson bowls a good length delivery on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma launches it cleanly over the ropes for six, cruising toward the target without any alarms.
Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, Four, Jamieson lands this back of a length on the stumps. Abhishek Sharma moves forward and sends it away for four, keeping this chase
Abhishek Sharma c G Phillips b KA Jamieson 113 (38) Kyle Jamieson to Abhishek Sharma, no run, c G Phillips b KA Jamieson, Kyle Jamieson delivers, and the batter steps forward to defend cleanly. No run taken with the chase remaining completely comfortable.
End of over 10 (16 runs)
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner bowls a full length delivery on the stumps, worked away into the open spaces for one.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 2 runs, Mitchell Santner lands it on a good length outside off stump, and he presses forward to push it away for two runs. The chase continues without any alarms.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 1 run, Mitchell Santner pushes a full length delivery outside off stump, knocked away for one as the chase remains well in hand.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner floats a full delivery on the stumps, worked away for one as the chase stays entirely comfortable.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands a good length on the stumps, eased away for one to keep this comfortable chase moving.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Full length on the stumps from Mitchell Santner, and he knocks it away to collect one run.
End of over 11 (7 runs)
Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Kyle Jamieson lands a good length delivery on the stumps, worked away for one run.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around off stump. No run taken as the chase stays entirely comfortable.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter defends, unable to take a run.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Kyle Jamieson lands it on a good length around off stump, and the batter cannot find a way through. With only thirteen needed, the chase remains entirely under control.
Kyle Jamieson to Shreyas Iyer, 1 leg bye, Jamieson lands a good length delivery around off stump. The batter presses forward and they scamper through for a leg bye.
Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, Four, Jamieson lands it on a good length around the stumps. Sanju Samson finds the rope for four, bringing the target down to single digits with complete ease.
End of over 12 (6 runs)
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands this on a good length around off stump, and it is worked away for a single.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner bowls full length on the stumps, worked away for one as the comfortable chase continues.
Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, no run, Mitchell Santner lands this on a good length around off stump. The batter defends, keeping it scoreless with the chase well in hand.
Shreyas Iyer c G Phillips b M Santner 5 (10) Mitchell Santner to Shreyas Iyer, no run, c G Phillips b M Santner, Mitchell Santner serves up a full toss on off stump. The batter cannot capitalize and fails to score.
Mitchell Santner to N. Tilak Varma, 1 run, Mitchell Santner lands it on a good length around off stump. The batter presses forward to push a single.
Mitchell Santner to Sanju Samson, 1 run, Mitchell Santner bowls a good length delivery on the stumps, worked away for one as the chase stays comfortable.
End of over 13 (4 runs)
Sanju Samson b KA Jamieson 18 (13) Kyle Jamieson to Sanju Samson, no run, b KA Jamieson, Kyle Jamieson pitches it full on the stumps. He hangs in the crease to drive, but it is stopped for no run.
Kyle Jamieson to Naman Dhir, Four, Kyle Jamieson overpitches around off stump. Naman Dhir pounces on the offering and sends it racing away to the boundary for four.