New Zealand clinched a memorable 3-0 series whitewash over India with a 25-run victory in the third Test at Mumbai. Despite a fighting innings from Rishabh Pant, the Indian team fell short of the modest 147-run target, marking yet another historic defeat on home soil.
India’s batting lineup crumbled as key players, including captain Rohit Sharma (11), Shubman Gill (1), and Virat Kohli (1), failed to withstand New Zealand’s disciplined bowling attack. Contributions from Yashasvi Jaiswal (5), Sarfaraz Khan (1), and Ravindra Jadeja (6) were also minimal, leaving Pant to wage a lone battle in vain.
Earlier in the day, New Zealand added only three runs to their overnight total, setting India a target of 147. India, however, could manage only 121 in response, as New Zealand’s bowlers sealed the win. New Zealand concluded the series with scores of 235 and 174, while India replied with 263 and 121 in this match, as the visitors claimed a well-deserved 25-run victory to sweep the series.
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