Finn Allen's Historic Ton Propels New Zealand to T20 World Cup Final

 KOLKATA – In a performance that will be etched in T20 World Cup history, New Zealand’s 

 Finn Allen 
dismantled an undefeated South African side to secure the Black Caps’ spot in the 2026 final. Chasing 170 for victory, New Zealand reached the target in just 12.5 overs, winning by nine wickets with 43 balls to spare.
The Record-Breaking Chase
The story of the night was 
Finn Allen
, who produced a masterclass in aggressive batting. 
Allen
 smashed an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls, featuring 10 boundaries and 8 sixes.
New Zealand opener Finn Allen posing in his Big Bash League kit


  • Fastest Century: Allen’s ton is now the fastest in Men’s T20 World Cup history, eclipsing Chris Gayle’s 47-ball record from 2016.
  • Opening Blitz: Alongside Tim Seifert (58 off 33), 
    Allen
     powered New Zealand to 84/0 in the powerplay, effectively ending the contest before the seventh over    .
South Africa’s Gritty Recovery
Earlier, after winning the toss and electing to bowl, New Zealand’s bowlers had the Proteas in deep trouble at 77/5 in the 11th over.
  • Top Order Collapse: New Zealand’s Cole McConchie (2/9) and Rachin Ravindra (2/29) capitalised on a slightly slow Eden Gardens surface to remove Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton early.
  • The Jansen Fightback: Marco Jansen (55* off 30) led a spirited recovery, sharing a 73-run stand with Tristan Stubbs (29) to guide South Africa to a competitive 169/8.
End of the Proteas' Unbeaten Run
South Africa entered the semi-final as the tournament’s only undefeated team, having previously beaten New Zealand in the group stages. However, their wait for a maiden senior men's World Cup title continues as they exit at the semi-final stage for the fourth time.
What's Next?
New Zealand now heads to the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad for the final on Sunday, 8 March. They will face the winner of the second semi-final between India and England.
Key Match StatsResult
South Africa169/8 (20 overs)
New Zealand173/1 (12.5 overs)
Player of the Match
Finn Allen
 (100* off 33)
Top Bowler (NZ)Cole McConchie (2/9)
Top Batter (SA)
Marco Jansen
 (55*)

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