Mitchell Marsh Blasts Match-Winning Century to Seal T20I Series for Australia
Mitchell Marsh
All-Rounder
Mitchell Marsh delivered a stunning match-winning century for Australia in the third T20I against New Zealand, ensuring the visitors retained the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy. Chasing 157 for victory, Marsh anchored the innings single-handedly, finishing unbeaten on 103 runs off just 52 balls.
Marsh’s explosive knock included eight fours and seven sixes, guiding Australia to the target in 18 overs with three wickets remaining, despite a middle-order collapse around him. The performance underscores the Australian captain's exceptional T20 form and ability to dominate bowling attacks under pressure.
This high-impact innings is a positive sign for his IPL prospects, demonstrating his readiness to deliver match-winning performances in the shortest format ahead of the next season.
“Mitchell Marsh's brilliant century saved Australia's batting department from the blushes in the third T20I against New Zealand on Saturday, October 4, as they retained the Chappell-Hadlee Trophy for the ninth successive time.”
