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India clinches T20I series with dominant victory over Zimbabwe

The Men in Blue effortlessly chased down the target without losing a wicket, thanks to an unbeaten 156-run partnership between skipper Shubman Gill and emerging left-handed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal

India clinches T20I series with dominant victory over Zimbabwe PHOTO: AFP

India crushes Zimbabwe by ten wickets in the fourth T20I at Harare Sports Club, securing a 3-1 series win.

The Men in Blue effortlessly chased down the target without losing a wicket, thanks to an unbeaten 156-run partnership between skipper Shubman Gill and emerging left-handed opener Yashasvi Jaiswal.

Gill played a composed innings, scoring 58 off 39 balls, while Jaiswal took the aggressive route, smashing 93 off just 53 deliveries. Jaiswal's innings included 13 fours and two sixes, and Gill contributed with six fours and two maximums.

Earlier, after opting to bowl first, India restricted Zimbabwe to 152/7. The hosts started strong with a 63-run opening partnership between Tadiwanashe Marumani (32) and Wessly Madhevere (25).

However, Zimbabwe's innings faltered as they lost wickets at regular intervals, with only skipper Sikandar Raza providing resistance with a quickfire 46 off 28 balls. Pacer Khaleel Ahmed was India's standout bowler, claiming two wickets.

This victory marks India's third consecutive win in the series after losing the opening match. The final game of the T20I series is scheduled for Sunday.