In a breathtaking display of power-hitting, Finn Allen has carved his name into T20 history books during IPL 2026. The New Zealand dynamo smashed an unbeaten 100 off just 47 balls to lead Kolkata Knight Riders to a commanding eight-wicket victory over Delhi Capitals, chasing down a modest 143-run target in just 14.2 overs.

Allen's innings was a masterclass in aggression, featuring five boundaries and ten towering sixes that left the Delhi bowlers helpless. But this wasn't just any century—it was a historic one. Allen became the first New Zealand batter ever to score three T20 centuries in a single calendar year, adding this gem to earlier hundreds for Perth Scorchers in the Big Bash League and a stunning 33-ball ton against South Africa in the T20 World Cup semifinal.

The milestone also places Allen in elite company. He's now only the second New Zealander after Brendon McCullum to score an IPL century, and the fourth KKR batter overall to achieve the feat, joining McCullum, Venkatesh Iyer, and Sunil Narine. With 905 T20 runs in 2026 at a staggering strike rate of nearly 195, Allen is enjoying a purple patch that few can match.

Before Allen's fireworks, KKR's bowlers laid the foundation on a tricky surface. Sunil Narine, Anukul Roy, and Kartik Tyagi spun a web around Delhi's batters after Pathum Nissanka's brisk 50 off 29 balls had given them a flying start. The Capitals' innings lost momentum in the middle overs, with only Ashutosh Sharma's 39 providing late resistance as they finished at 142/8.

Interestingly, Allen entered the match as an Impact Substitute for Varun Chakravarthy—a tactical move that paid off spectacularly. After KKR lost two early wickets, the Kiwi took control, making the chase look effortless with clean, powerful striking. For fans watching at home or in the stands, it was a reminder of why T20 cricket continues to captivate: one player's brilliance can turn a routine chase into a historic night.