New Zealand reached 94-2 after nine overs against India in Wellington on Tuesday, October 27, as the hosts tried to keep the five-match T20I series alive.
India entered the third match with a 2-0 lead after winning both opening games in Christchurch by four wickets.
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New Zealand vs India live score
A live score update during the New Zealand innings listed Daryl Mitchell unbeaten on 40 from 20 balls and Glenn Phillips on four from three deliveries.
India chose to field after winning the toss, giving New Zealand the opportunity to set the target at Wellington’s Hnry Stadium.
New Zealand lost Tim Seifert early for two, but Mitchell’s aggressive start helped the home side recover quickly.
Nitish Kumar Reddy claimed one of the wickets for India, while Prince Yadav had bowled two overs for 26 runs at the latest available update.
India hold the series advantage
India won the opening T20I on October 22 after chasing New Zealand’s 225-4 with six wickets in hand.
The visitors then chased 181 in the second match on October 24, again winning by four wickets after a tense finish.
The third game is therefore a must-win contest for New Zealand, which needs a victory to reduce India’s series advantage to 2-1.
The fourth T20I is scheduled for October 30 in Auckland, followed by the series finale in Hamilton on November 1.
Squad changes before the Wellington match
India confirmed that wicketkeeper-batter Ishan Kishan would miss the third T20I while recovering from a low-grade right adductor strain suffered during the opening match.
Kumar Kushagra remained with the Indian squad as wicketkeeping cover.
New Zealand made workload-related changes ahead of the Wellington fixture, with Lockie Ferguson unavailable for the third match and Kyle Jamieson returning to the side.
The teams are also preparing for a five-match ODI series that will follow the T20I schedule.
What happens next
New Zealand will bat through the remainder of its 20 overs before India begins the chase.
The result will determine whether India takes an unassailable 3-0 lead or New Zealand creates a contest heading into the final two matches.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the New Zealand vs India live score?
New Zealand was listed at 94-2 after nine overs in the third T20I, with Daryl Mitchell unbeaten on 40 and Glenn Phillips on four.
Who is leading the New Zealand and India T20I series?
India leads the five-match series 2-0 after winning the first two matches by four wickets.
Where is the third T20I being played?
The third match is being played at Hnry Stadium in Wellington, New Zealand.
Why is the third T20I important for New Zealand?
New Zealand needs a victory to stay in the series and prevent India from taking an unassailable 3-0 lead.
Is Ishan Kishan playing in the third T20I?
No. Kishan was ruled out while recovering from a low-grade right adductor strain sustained in the opening match.
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