Captain Mitchell Marsh scored a sparkling maiden Twenty20 century, guiding Australia to a three-wicket win in the third and final match against New Zealand on Saturday, securing a 2-0 series victory.

With the win, Australia bagged the Chappell-Hadlee series.

New Zealand Vs Australia: 3rd T20I – Highlights

Opener Marsh completely dominated the run chase, remaining unbeaten with 103 off 52 balls, helping the tourists reach 160-7 with two overs to spare, after New Zealand posted 156-9 at Bay Oval.

The 33-year-old played with a mix of power and patience as wickets fell around him, striking eight fours and seven sixes, while defying the cold, damp evening conditions in Mount Maunganui.

Marsh’s century came from the first ball of the 18th over, marking his first three-figure score in 76 T2

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