India showcased complete dominance in all three departments on Friday night, routing Afghanistan by a massive 127 runs in the third T20I to complete a comprehensive 3-0 series sweep at home. The match, played in front of a roaring home crowd, saw India post a commanding total and then dismiss Afghanistan for just 94 runs.
The standout performer was Abhishek Sharma, who obliterated the existing record for the fastest century by an Indian in T20 Internationals. His blistering innings of 108 came off just 30 balls — a strike rate that defied conventional batting logic. He demolished the Afghan bowling attack with fearless strokeplay, picking dimensions at will and sending countless sixes and fours over the boundary ropes. His innings was a masterclass in power hitting and gave India a colossal first-innings total of 221 for seven wickets.
India's bowlers, meanwhile, were relentless from the outset. They strung together tight overs that left Afghanistan reeling from the very beginning. The Afghan batters struggled to find gaps or time against India's varied pace and spin attack. Fall of wickets came at regular intervals, and what could have been a competitive chase turned into a one-sided affair within the powerplay itself.
Afghanistan managed only 94 runs in their allotted 20 overs, succumbing to a humiliating defeat that underscored the gulf in class between the two sides in this series. The loss meant there was no contest throughout the three-match series, with India winning all three matches convincingly.
This series victory reinforces India's status as one of the top T20I teams in the world, particularly in home conditions. The performance also serves as a strong confidence booster heading into future bilateral series and tournaments. Young players like Abhishek Sharma have emerged as genuine match-winners, signaling a bright future for Indian white-ball cricket. The team's depth in both batting and bowling has become increasingly apparent, and this comprehensive 3-0 win over Afghanistan is another testament to their growing dominance on the international T20 stage.
