New Zealand Storms Into T20 Final As Allen Smashes Fastest Century

RunWithRugs · 2026-03-06T05:52:46+00:00

Finn Allen set a new record for the fastest century in T20 World Cup history, scoring 100 runs off just 33 balls as New Zealand defeated South Africa by nine wickets in the semi-final, advancing to the final with 7.1 overs remaining.

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2026-03-06 05:52:46

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(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) New Zealand’s Finn Allen blasted the fastest century in T20 World Cup history in Kolkata on Wednesday as his side hammered South Africa by nine wickets to reach the final.

Chasing 170 to win the first semi-final, Allen hit an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls, to obliterate the previous mark of 47 balls by Chris Gayle, as New Zealand raced home with 7.1 overs to spare.

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