New Zealand has emphatically booked their spot in the T20 World Cup 2026 final, courtesy of a record-shattering century from opening batsman Finn Allen. In a semi-final clash that saw the Black Caps dominate, Allen blazed his way to the fastest century in T20 World Cup history, powering his team to a convincing 9-wicket victory over South Africa.

Allen’s breathtaking 33-ball hundred was a display of pure power-hitting, leaving the South African bowlers with no answers and effectively dismantling their hopes of reaching a major ICC final once again. This sensational individual performance not only secured New Zealand's place in the championship match but also etched Finn Allen's name into the tournament's record books, providing a highlight reel moment that will be replayed for years to come.