KOLKATA, March 4 -- It was heartbreak again for South Africa as New Zealand stormed into the final of the 2026 T20 World Cup with a crushing nine-wicket victory at Eden Gardens. The Proteas, who had dominated the tournament until the knockout stage, once again faltered under pressure, while New Zealand produced a clinical performance to book their place in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.

The match turned into a one-sided contest, led by a breathtaking innings from Finn Allen. The right-hander smashed an unbeaten 100 off just 33 balls, the fastest century in T20 World Cup history. His knock, filled with 10 fours and eight sixes, powered New Zealand to 173/1 in only 12.5 overs as they chased down South Africa's total o...