New Delhi, May 8 -- Following his match-winning century for Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR), opener Finn Allen expressed happiness with his knock, saying that he tried backing himself to bat at least 40 balls and being left out for a few matches provided a change in perspective.

After some time away from the pitch, the Kiwi hitter unleashed his lethal best against the Capitals at Arun Jaitley Stadium with a 47-ball 100*, easily chasing down the target of 143 set by DC and giving the hosts their fifth successive home loss. KKR is still pretty much in the playoff hunt despite an early six-match winless run, as it won four matches in a row.

After a string of low scores in the first half, Allen had to sit out in favour of Kiwi teammate Tim Seif...