Finn Allen became the first batter to score a hundred in a Knockout match at the men’s T20 World Cup
It was about as one-sided a contest as a contest featuring two top teams could be, New Zealand beating South Africa by nine wickets in the men’s T20 World Cup semi-final in Kolkata with 43 balls left in the game. In terms of Numbers that stood out, it was a one-sided match.
He only needed 33 balls to hit his hundred against South Africa in the semi-final in Kolkata, the fastest in the tournament. He beat Chris Gayle’s previous record by 14 balls in 47 balls against England in 2016.
New Zealand beat South Africa in chasing a 170-run target easily. The opener Finn Allen produced a historic assault, smashing an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls, while Tim Seifert hammered 33 runs in 58 balls. The chase was wrapped up in just 12.5 overs, leaving South Africa stunned.
Earlier, New Zealand’s bowlers had laid the platform. Cole McConchie struck twice in the second over, removing Quinton de Kock and Ryan Rickelton in consecutive deliveries. Spinners then tightened the screws as South Africa’s middle order Including Aiden Markram, David Miller, and Dewald Brevis Failed to gain momentum.
Despite the heavy defeat, Conard said he remained proud of his team, which entered the semifinal as the tournament’s only unbeaten side with seven consecutive wins.
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