3RD T20I
Australia secures Chappell-Hadlee Trophy with flawless series sweep against rivals
New Zealand endured a whitewash at home as Australia triumphed in a rain-marred third T20I by 27 runs, marking their 100th win in the format.
Despite multiple interruptions, Australia’s brisk scoring left New Zealand with a daunting revised target of 126 runs in 10 overs, a challenge they couldn’t overcome.
Mitchell Santner’s side struggled with bowling control and fielding lapses, compounding their woes in a truncated match.
While Glenn Maxwell’s onslaught further dented New Zealand’s hopes, rain delays disrupted play, reducing the match to a 10-over affair for both teams.
Despite a spirited start, New Zealand faltered under pressure against tight Australian bowling, ultimately falling short of the target.
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