Finn Allen’s Six-Hitting Masterclass Powers New Zealand Past England
A commanding top-order display and a disciplined bowling effort put New Zealand in control under pressure.
New Zealand vs England
New Zealand has won the match by 21 runs
Finn Allen delivered a superb Player of the Match performance as New Zealand posted 189-4 from their 20 overs against England. The opener struck 92 from 48 balls, smashing eight fours and six sixes in a powerful innings that set the tone for New Zealand’s total.
Devon Conway provided valuable support with a composed 50 from 44 deliveries, including four boundaries. Together, Allen’s aggression and Conway’s measured contribution gave New Zealand a strong platform, while the team’s middle order helped carry the innings through to a formidable finish.
England’s chase produced plenty of fight, but New Zealand kept the pressure on and restricted them to 168-8 from 20 overs. Liam Livingstone led the response with an entertaining 46 from 25 balls, hitting five fours and two sixes, yet England could not sustain the required pace across the innings.
Matt Henry was New Zealand’s standout bowler, claiming 3-34 from his four overs. Lockie Ferguson added 2-27, while Sam Curran took 2-36 for England. New Zealand’s balanced performance with bat and ball secured a 21-run victory and capped a memorable night for Allen.