Finn Allen etched his name into the record books by smashing the first T10 fifty of his career in a breathtaking 17 balls, providing New Zealand with a flying start in the opening match of the Kiwi-Kangaroo Series 2026. The explosive opener finished with a magnificent 65 off 27 deliveries, hammering five fours and seven sixes at a strike rate of 240.74. His fearless assault dominated the Australian bowling attack and laid the foundation for New Zealand’s total of 131/5. Although Australia eventually chased the target comfortably, Allen’s sensational knock stood out as one of the defining moments of the match and marked a memorable personal milestone in the shortest format of the game.





