South Africa National Cricket Team vs New Zealand National Cricket Team: Finn Allen smashed an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls as New Zealand national cricket team stormed into the final with a nine-wicket win over South Africa national cricket team in the first semi-final on Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Allen’s blistering knock, which included 10 fours and eight sixes, is the fastest century in the history of the men’s T20 World Cup. He shared a dominant opening stand with Tim Seifert, who made 58, as New Zealand chased down the 170-run target in just 12.5 overs with 43 balls to spare.

Kagiso Rabada, who finished with 1 for 28, was the only South African bowler to take a wicket.

Earlier, Marco Jansen rescued South Africa with an unbeaten 55 off 30 balls after the team was reduced to 77 for five in the 11th over. Jansen struck two fours and five sixes to lift his side to 169 for eight in their 20 overs.

Dewald Brevis contributed 34, while Tristan Stubbs added 29 in the middle order.

For New Zealand, Rachin Ravindra, Cole McConchie and Matt Henry claimed two wickets each to keep South Africa in check before Allen’s explosive reply sealed a one-sided contest.

Brief scores:South Africa 169 for 8 in 20 overs (Marco Jansen 55 not out, Dewald Brevis 34; Rachin Ravindra 2/29, Cole McConchie 2/9, Matt Henry 2/34).New Zealand 173 for 1 in 12.5 overs (Finn Allen 100 not out, Tim Seifert 58).