XtraTime Newsdesk: Diwali arrived in Wellington two weeks early as Team India lit up the ground with a spectacular run fest! Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi smashed a world record by scoring 118 runs in just six overs. It was the highest powerplay total in men's cricket history.

Abhishek hammered 113 off just 38 balls, while Vaibhav contributed a blistering 45 off 19 deliveries. Their extraordinary assault helped India chase down a target of 199 in just 13.2 overs. The duo not only powered India to a sensational victory but also sealed the five-match series with an unassailable 3-0 lead.

Batting first, New Zealand posted an imposing 198/3. Daryl Mitchell remained unbeaten on 89, while Finn Allen contributed 40 runs. Bevon Jacobs also played a valuable innings, finishing unbeaten on 39. For India, Arshdeep Singh, Axar Patel and Nitish Kumar Reddy picked up one wicket apiece.

However, the hosts' total proved nowhere near enough once India began their chase.

Abhishek Sharma and Vaibhav Suryavanshi unleashed a batting hurricane, leaving the New Zealand bowlers helpless against their brutal assault. Boundaries and sixes came thick and fast as the two left-handed batters dismantled the opposition attack during a record-breaking powerplay.

Their explosive partnership put India firmly in control and made the chase look almost effortless. Neither batter showed any intention of slowing down, keeping the pressure firmly on New Zealand throughout their stay at the crease.

Sanju Samson then provided the finishing touch, scoring 18 off just 13 balls to help India cross the finish line.

With two matches still remaining, India have already wrapped up the five-match series with a commanding 3-0 advantage.

The record-breaking performance from Abhishek and Vaibhav will undoubtedly be remembered as one of India's most explosive batting displays. Wellington witnessed an extraordinary exhibition of power-hitting as the young Indian stars combined to rewrite the record books and deliver a series-winning triumph.