India, Oct. 28 -- New Zealand batter Daryl Mitchell praised India opener Abhishek Sharma for his "world-class hitting" ability, but hoped his side could turn the tide in the remaining two T20Is of the five-match series.

Abhishek Sharma's 38-ball 113 was instrumental in India dismantling New Zealand by six wickets in the third T20I here on Tuesday, taking an unassailable 3-0 lead in the rubber.

"A very special innings, I think. Some of that hitting was world-class, and that's why he is one of the best in the world at what he does," Mitchell told the post-match press conference.

"You take your hat off and say, well played. It was definitely his night, and I'm sure it's one that people won't forget for a long time," he added.

However, Mi...