Dunedin (New Zealand): After three thrilling encounters and one rain-hit game, New Zealand sealed the five-match T20 series 3–1 with a commanding win over the West Indies in the final match at the University Oval. The hosts chased down a modest target of 141 runs in just 15.4 overs, winning by eight wickets with 26 balls to spare. West Indies Collapse Early West Indies began with fireworks as skipper Shai Hope smashed a six off the first ball, but their joy was short-lived. Fast bowler Kyle Jamieson drew first blood in the second over, dismissing Alick Athanaze, before Jacob Duffy delivered a game-changing over that shattered the visitors’ batting order. In that over, Duffy removed Hope, Akeem Auguste, and Sherfane Rutherford, reducing the Windies to 21 for 4 within the powerplay....

India’s star all-rounder Hardik Pandya is all set to make his much-awaited return to competitive cricket later this month. The Baroda captain will represent his home state in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, marking his comeback ahead of the upcoming series against South Africa. Pandya, who has been undergoing intense rehabilitation at the BCCI Centre of Excellence in Bengaluru, is said to be nearing full match fitness. If all goes as planned, he is expected to feature in Baroda’s opening match in Hyderabad on November 26. In the worst-case scenario, Pandya will be back in action by the team’s second game. Sources confirmed that Hardik will not take any additional rest and will join his team immediately after receiving the official ‘Return to Play’ (RTP) clearance from the BCCI. The 3...