Flying Finn launches NZ into the final with record ton

Finn Allen’s record-breaking century propelled New Zealand into the T20 World Cup final after a commanding victory over South Africa. The opener’s blistering ton, the first of its magnitude in the tournament’s knockout stages, anchored a chase that never looked in doubt once Allen found his range. South Africa, having opted to bat first, were restricted to a below-par total and then watched helplessly as Allen flayed their attack to every corner of the ground, sealing the contest with more than an over to spare. The win books the Black Caps a place in the championship match and leaves Aiden Markram’s side to rue what the captain labelled “just that bad night.”