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Watch: Shubman Gill's Epic Reaction After Reaching First International Ton In 3rd India vs Zimbabwe ODI

Shubman Gill finally ended a long wait for his first international ton when he reached the triple figure mark off just 82 balls against Zimbabwe in the third ODI in Harare on Monday. The talented opener, who will turn 23 next week, had scored seven 50-plus scores in the 11 Tests and eight ODIs since making his international debut in January, 2019. However, despite reaching the 90s on a couple of occasions the century eluded Gill. But, on Monday, Gill ensured that he gets to raise his bat for the first international ton.

"Despite Playing Very Little For India, I...": Sanju Samson On Fan Following

India wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson said on Monday that he believes that one should take whatever is happening in his/her career in a positive manner. Samson steered Team India's ship in the second ODI when two quick strikes from pacer Luke Jongwe left India at 97/4 during their chase of 162 runs. It was Samson who scored an unbeaten 43* off 39 balls and took India to a win.

India and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI LIVE Score: KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan Start For India vs Zimbabwe

India vs Zimbabwe, 3rd ODI, Live Score Updates: KL Rahul and Shikhar Dhawan have started the Indian innings against Zimbabwe in the third and final ODI at the Harare Sports Club on Monday. Earlier, Rahul won the toss and opted to bat first. Deepak Chahar returned for the final game, while Avesh Khan also got included in the playing XI. Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna make way for the duo. Guests India would aim for a series sweep, while the hosts Zimbabwe will try to register a consolation win. In the first two ODIs, Team India bowled first and bundled out the hosts for below par totals of 189 and 161. In the second ODI, KL Rahul disappointed as he departed after scoring just one run, and now he would hope to register a big score ahead of the Asia Cup match against Pakistan on Sunday. (LIVE SCORECARD)

"Makes You Feel Good": Sanju Samson After Win Over Zimbabwe In 2nd ODI

Following his side's five-wicket win over Zimbabwe in the second ODI, Indian wicketkeeper-batter Sanju Samson who was named as Man of the Match for his unbeaten 43* and three catches, said that he is enjoying keeping wickets and batting for his country. Top knocks from Sanju Samson, Shubman Gill and Shikhar Dhawan coupled with world-class bowling from Team India crushed Zimbabwe by five wickets in the second ODI of the three-match series here at Harare on Saturday.

Watch: Ishan Kishan's Throw Hits Axar Patel. Here's What Happened After That

India so far have completely outplayed Zimbabwe in the first two ODIs of the three-match series in Harare. After registering a 10-wicket in the first ODI, India bowled out Zimbabwe for a paltry total of 161 in the second ODI. During Zimbabwe's innings in the second ODI, a funny incident happened. In the 28th over, Ishan Kishan stunned Axar Patel with a throw in the field, which hit the latter on his body. Deepak Hooda came into the attack and off his second delivery of his second over, the ball went into the deep square leg area, where Kishan was deployed.

Watch: Sanju Samson's Acrobatic One-Handed Catch Gets India First Wicket vs Zimbabwe In Second ODI

After winning the first ODI against Zimbabwe by 10 wickets, the KL Rahul-led Indian cricket team started the second ODI on a strong footing too. After opting to bowl first, India restricted Zimbabwe's run-scoring pace in the initial overs. Zimbabwe reached 20/0 in just over eight overs when Mohammed Siraj gave India the first breakthrough by dismissing Takudzwanashe Kaitano. However, wicketkeeper Sanju Samson played a big role in the dismissal and he took a diving catch to dismiss the Zimbabwe batter.

India vs Zimbabwe, 1st ODI Live Score: Focus On KL Rahul As India Take On Zimbabwe

IND vs ZIM, 1st ODI Live Updates: India face Zimbabwe in the first ODI of the three-match series at the Harare Cricket Club. India's designated captain for the series, KL Rahul is back in action after a long layoff, which included a surgery for sports hernia, and a positive COVID-19 test. India are without some of their big names, who all have been rested ahead of the Asia Cup which starts in 10 days time in the UAE. With not many guaranteed starters, India face a selections headache, especially behind sticks with Ishan Kishan and Sanju Samson. Zimbabwe, on the other hand, are also depleted, mainly due to injuries but this might be their best chance of pulling off an upset over a second string Indian side. (LIVE SCORECARD)

India vs Zimbabwe: I see myself in Rishabh Pant; no reason why we can't beat India, says all-rounder Ryan Burl

A 3-0 whitewash of the hosts is of course very much on the cards, but Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl is confident that the World No. 10 ranked ODI team can upset India. Craig Ervine, Zimbabwe's regular captain, will miss the series due to a hamstring injury. In his absence, Regis Chakabva, who captained Zimbabwe to a 2-1 ODI series triumph recently against Bangladesh, will lead the side again. With the Zimbabwe vs India series set to kick off on Thursday (August 18), TimesofIndia.com caught up with 28 year old Zimbabwe all-rounder Ryan Burl, who is part of the current squad that will take on the Men in Blue, to talk about the series and more.

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Watch: Shubman Gill's Epic Reaction After Reaching First International Ton In 3rd India vs Zimbabwe ODI

"Despite Playing Very Little For India, I...": Sanju Samson On Fan Following

India and Zimbabwe 3rd ODI LIVE Score: KL Rahul, Shikhar Dhawan Start For India vs Zimbabwe

"Makes You Feel Good": Sanju Samson After Win Over Zimbabwe In 2nd ODI

Watch: Ishan Kishan's Throw Hits Axar Patel. Here's What Happened After That

Watch: Sanju Samson's Acrobatic One-Handed Catch Gets India First Wicket vs Zimbabwe In Second ODI

India vs Zimbabwe, 1st ODI Live Score: Focus On KL Rahul As India Take On Zimbabwe

India vs Zimbabwe: I see myself in Rishabh Pant; no reason why we can't beat India, says all-rounder Ryan Burl